The 2011 Barolo Vigna Rocche dell'Annunziata does not live up to the high bar set by this wine in past vintages. There is a ripe or jammy note here that is distracting. It takes away from the sense of balance and elegant intensity that we anticipate finding in the greatest expressions of Nebbiolo. There are flavors of sweet blackberry preserves, followed by a touch of sour fruit on the close.

Linear and tensile, stretching the cherry, strawberry and briar flavors tight across the dense, mouthcoating tannins. Comes together on the finish, with fine equilibrium and a fruit and mineral aftertaste. Best from 2018 through 2032. 80 cases made, 45 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add