The 1996 Barolo exhibits plenty of new oak. Sexy, forward, and made in a lush, medium to full-bodied style with gobs of red and black fruits, lavish wood, sweet tannin, and a concentrated, fleshy mouth-feel, it will be drinkable between 2000-2012. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411