The Ettore Germano 2017 Barolo Cerretta shows a shiny ruby color and lots of ambient light. The bouquet is nuanced and detailed, with cassis, dried cranberry, camphor ash and crushed flowers. This wine excels in terms of texture, thanks to that twofold combination of structure and elegant silkiness. This is a sharply chiseled and focused Cerretta release of some 75,000 bottles.

Bright and charming, this strawberry- and cherry-flavored red is light on its feet and mouthwatering, with accents of tar and tobacco adding interest. No pushover, this packs some lively tannins, ending with fine balance and length overall. Best from 2024 through 2040. 1,130 cases made, 380 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add