underbrush and an attractive stoniness that transfers over to the nicely rich flavors that possess slightly better volume on the sappy and long flavors that culminate in a punchy and rather delicate finish

velvety tannins and echoing sweet blue fruit

This lovely effort is textbook Combe d’Orveau and a wine that should age well over the next 12 to 15 years

The 2014 Barolo Rocche Rivera(from the Scarrone cru) packs a serious punch in its deceptively midweight frame

There is once again excellent richness

Renieri, Brunello Montalcino other_regions_italy underbrush and an attractive stoninessCherry, strawberry, sandalwood, leather and tobacco notes cling to the taut, racy structure, while the vibrant acidity drives them to a lingering conclusion. This has balance, in a lean, athletic way. Best from 2019 through 2033. 2,500 cases made. BS