this brilliant effort needs a handful of years in the cellar and will live to see its 30th birthday in fine form

It is another superb Barolo from Giacomo Conterno

this mid-weight

It has a much more sumptuous bouquet compared to the 2010

This is often Taupenot’s best 1er and in 2015 it is again with its brooding aromas of spice

Kapcsandy Family Winery, Roberta's Reserve Vintage:2016 this brilliant effort needs aThe deep garnet purple colored 2016 Roberta's Reserve State Lane Vineyard (100% Merlot) has a totally seductive nose of Indian spices, fruitcake and sandalwood over a core of preserved plums, dried mandarin peel, blackberry pie and blueberry compote with a touch of cedar chest. The palate is medium to full bodied with gorgeous plush tannins and balancing freshness supporting the boldly spicy black fruit preserves, finishing very long.