The 2011 Barolo Monvigliero is one of those rare wines that shows the graceful and elegant side of what was in fact a scorching, hot vintage. You'll notice the word Vigneto has been removed from the wine name, thus keeping in step with the new appellation rules. This is a bright and fragrant expression of Nebbiolo that presents a very floral bouquet with blue flower and rose hip. Soft fruit tones of wild cherry and apricot follow suit with honey and lightly toasted hazelnut. I love the silky and prolonged nature of the mouthfeel.