The 1998 Barbaresco Rabaja exhibits an exotic perfume of over-ripe black cherry fruit mixed with blackberries, smoky espresso, and a touch of balsam wood as well as chocolate. Full-bodied, powerful, deep, and super-concentrated, this impressive wine should age nicely for 10-12 years. Importer: Dufour & Co., USA, Boston, MA; tel. (617) 734-6488

Dark garnet color. Aromas of dried porcini, with blueberry and blackberry character. Thick and rich, with a dense fruit structure and ripe, chewy tannins. Decadent and gorgeous. So good now, but another year or two will make it even better.--1998 Piedmont blind retrospective (2008). Best from 2009 through 0.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barbaresco Select to Add