The Damilano 2018 Barolo Brunate is immediately lively and polished, and it is a charmer. I found this expression to be especially bright and intense, even at this early stage. It offers a pretty medley of wild cherry and earthy tones with spice, licorice and camphor ash. The mouthfeel is polished and smooth. The only element out of place is the high 15% alcohol content, but unfortunately, this is a trend that we see across this vintage and across the appellation. It's certainly not limited to this 2,900-bottle production.

Expressive, featuring raspberry, cherry liqueur and floral aromas and flavors. This has a succulence initially, before the solid tannins emerge. Long, delivering underbrush and iron accents. Best from 2025 through 2042. 240 cases made, 75 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add