Community Tasting Note

Chris Newport wrote:

Thursday, October 14, 2010 - Sourced from a PA state store – so storage is automatically in question.

A good wine, not as good as the 2001 though. Captivating “nebbiolo nose” – rose, tar, the works. While this wine has always seemed more on the light and delicate side compared to its Barolo big brothers, the acidity in this bottle seemed a little out of balance with the fruit which was frankly a bit washed out. Nice palate impression though, some good flavor impact and secondary flavors in the more delicate style that defines the appellation. As always with these wines, a wonderful sense of place is conveyed. Perhaps an off-vintage or on off bottle, but this just seemed to a lack that touch of balance and integration that would make this really good. When consumed with food, the integration seems to improve. No worries drinking now if you have any in the cellar. Seems to be in a nice place.

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