I had the ‘14 awhile ago, and it was astringent and harsh. This isn’t a soft, velvety style, but it’s a significant step up. Dark cherry and licorice lead on the nose, with some crushed stone. Reasonable fruit in the mouth, competing with some forceful tannin, but it avoids over-astringency. Not bad for a cheapy.
I had the ‘14 awhile ago, and it was astringent and harsh. This isn’t a soft, velvety style, but it’s a significant step up. Dark cherry and licorice lead on the nose, with some crushed stone. Reasonable fruit in the mouth, competing with some forceful tannin, but it avoids over-astringency. Not bad for a cheapy.
Jun 11th, 2022
High QPR traditionally-produced Barolo, a blend of many crus in and around Castiglione Falletto. Typical Nebbiolo notes, nothing earth-shattering but no “off” components either... just a solid Barolo at a great price. Costco.
High QPR traditionally-produced Barolo, a blend of many crus in and around Castiglione Falletto. Typical Nebbiolo notes, nothing earth-shattering but no “off” components either... just a solid Barolo at a great price. Costco.
1 person found it helpfulSep 16th, 2020
While this costs $10 more than the 14’, it’s still only $25, and from much better vintage.
Bright red fruits with rose petals, worn leather, and black tea leaf. Medium body. Fresh acidity and firm resolving tannins. Love the fruit purity here.
A legit Barolo.
While this costs $10 more than the 14’, it’s still only $25, and from much better vintage.
Bright red fruits with rose petals, worn leather, and black tea leaf. Medium body. Fresh acidity and firm resolving tannins. Love the fruit purity here.
A legit Barolo.
May 15th, 2022
A solid entry level barolo to drink in the short term. Decanted for 45 minutes. A lighter traditional style barolo with slightly less tannins. Good value at $19.
A solid entry level barolo to drink in the short term. Decanted for 45 minutes. A lighter traditional style barolo with slightly less tannins. Good value at $19.
Apr 17th, 2021
Barolo, Cuneo, Piedmont, Italy
