The 2007 Barolo Bricco Sarmassa is one of the very finest wines I have ever tasted from Brezza. The open, radiant personality of the vintage meets a firm sense of structure in this deep, gorgeous Barolo. The perfume of Cannubi melds into the depth and structure of Sarmassa as this selection – from the best part of the Sarmassa vineyard – shows off its class and pedigree. Fat, rich and enveloping, the Bricco Sarmassa possesses dazzling persistence on the palate and a sensual personality while maintaining a clear expression of classicism. Smoke, tar and iron are some of the nuances that add gravitas to the muscular finish. The Bricco Sarmassa is a striking wine in every way. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2032. Proprietor Enzo Brezza’s Baroli are absolutely beautiful in 2007. The wines find a striking middle ground in the way they express the opulent radiance of the vintage as well as a house style that favors traditional vinification and aging. Importer: A.I. Selections, Astoria, NY; tel. (917) 687-4848