The 2018 Barolo Cerequio shows a lean ruby appearance and offers moderate aromatic intensity that seems pretty standard in this vintage. The bouquet opens slowly to reveal dried cherry, crushed rose and powered licorice. The Cerequio MGA in Barolo is always distinguished by its broader textural fiber, and you definitely get a taste of that here. The grapes come from a 0.7-hectare plot with limestone-clay soils. Overall, this 2018 is more accessible, making it appropriate for near and medium-term drinking. Production is 5,000 bottles.

This supple, rich red is highlighted by rose, strawberry, cherry, orange peel and camphor flavors. Expands on the palate to a long aftertaste, which is flecked with green tea and hay. Nicely integrated and structured. Best from 2025 through 2040. 420 cases made, 50 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add