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Monday, December 31, 2018 - 2018 Visit to Brovia with Alex Sanchez (Castiglione Falletto): Alex said that “Unio” was Latin for “unite”. The sole Barolo made from fruit that could be salvaged from the Barolo sites in a difficult weather year. A breezy, lifted ethereal bouquet of spices, rose buds, red cherries and citrus. “Nice, complex aromatics”, said Alex. On palate, a lighter weight Barolo than is typical from Brovia. “Very different from our Normale and our typical Cru”, said Alex. “Very interesting. A nice quality vintage. Soft tannins and good freshness …”. I noted higher than normal, but not exaggerated, acidity. Alex continued, “… in pinot noir style. It will evolve well in the next 5-10 years, because of that good acidity”. Alex suggested it may have a 15 year life, but that the longevity “could surprise on the upside”. I liked the wine but, at least based on this pour, wondered whether it was of the very high standard of Brovia’s typical Cru.

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