The 2001 Barolo Rocche dell’Annunziata is the only one of Revello’s 2001 Baroli that is starting to show faint, early signs of tertiary advancement. Dried roses, flowers, spices and crushed berries are some of the nuances that flow from the glass. The silky Rocche tannins are there, but the fruit is beginning to fade. Ideally, the Rocche is best enjoyed over the next handful of years. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including: de Grazia Imports; tel. (417) 732-4200; Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Robert Houde Wines, Elk Grove Village, IL; tel. (847) 430-3887

Roses and light spices with plums on the nose. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a caressing finish. Very fine indeed. A beauty. Best after 2007. 85 cases made, 35 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add