Roberto Voerzio, Barolo Sarmassa other_regions This is an especially brooding

This is an especially brooding

the lack of a new Monfortino might be good or bad news

as I had an opportunity to spend several hours tasting through all of the wines in barrel with proprietor Roberto Conterno

scorched earth

Roberto Voerzio, Barolo Sarmassa other_regions This is an especially broodingThe 2001 Barolo Sarmassa (magnum) flows onto the palate with crushed rose petals, truffles, spices and sweet herbs. It shows gorgeous mid palate pliancy and depth through to the round, opulent finish. The Sarmassa has aged quite gracefully. There is more than enough rich, dark fruit to support another two decades of very fine drinking. (Magnum) Antonio Galloni