The 2001 Barolo Cannubi Boschis is one of the highlights of the vintage. A gorgeous deep translucent ruby, it presents multi-dimensional aromas of dark fruit, plums, spices, minerals, menthol and eucalyptus that meld seamlessly onto the palate where the wine is packed with rich, round flavors of dark cherries and plums. It shows outstanding depth and length with plenty of chewy, yet fine tannins and a long, caressing, balsamic finish. Supremely elegant and refined, it is a beautiful modern-styled Barolo that is hard to resist today and that will provide much pleasure for years to come. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2021.Importer: Vintus LLC, Pleasantville, NY; tel. (914) 769-3000, Lauber Imports, Somerville, NJ; tel. (908) 725–2100

Absolutely lovely. It starts off dense and tarry on the nose, with plum and chocolate fudge scents, then adds layers of bright floral and cherry notes with airing, while the palate is a whirl of mouthcoating flavors that never seem hamhanded despite the great intensity. Finishes with wonderfully plush tannins, making this approachable now, yet capable of evolving for 20 years. Imported by Vintus LLC.——J.C.(3/1/2006)—— 97