The 2005 Barolo Cerequio is sublime. Sweet, silky tannins frame a core of fragrant red fruit. This is classic La Morra in its elegance and finesse. Medium in body, the 2005 Cerequio possesses gorgeous balance and a long, pure finish, where floral tones give the wine a sense of lift. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2022. This year I was deeply impressed with the wines I tasted from Boroli. Achille Boroli, whose family came to winemaking after successful endeavors in the textile and publishing businesses, runs this young property that already counts parcels in some of Piedmont’s finest vineyards among its holdings. Today the wines show more elegance and clarity than in the past, as the estate has found better balance in its vineyards, increased maceration times and introduced large, neutral oak casks, all of which are allowing the vineyard characteristics to speak with great eloquence. Boroli is clearly on the rise, and from here the only direction to go is up. Importer: Dalla Terra, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 259-5405

Offers plenty of plum and sandalwood aromas that follow to a full body, with refined tannins, fresh acidity and a clean finish. Refined and balanced. I like the blended Barolo better from this producer in 2005. Best after 2010. 750 cases made, 250 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add