Named after the soil type that is found in the western part of the zone, the 2001 Barolo Tortoniano is also the firm’s entry-level Barolo. It is an accessible, medium-bodied wine that displays a very aromatic, delicate nose, along with bright red fruit on a somewhat compressed, lean frame. It should drink well in a few years and last until age 15. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2016. Importer: Kobrand Corp., New York, NY; tel. (212) 490-9300

The Veglio is a big, slightly raw wine with flavors of fruit cake, smoke, almonds and roses. The palate begins solidly, but quickly thins out, leaving little in the finish. Needs a few years.——M.G.(4/1/2007)—— 89