Displaying an evolved appearance with considerable amber at the edge, the 1997 Barolo Margheria exhibits notes of dried flowers, figs, tobacco, old oak, mushrooms, and cherries in its aromatics as well as flavors. Medium-bodied and spicy, it should drink well for 10-12 years. A Leonardo Locascio Selection, Winebow, Hohokus, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620

Medium ruby red, with hints of garnet. Rich aromas of plum, meat and dried flowers. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a coffee, toasty oak and Port-like character. Soft, yet chewy. Well structured.--1997 Italian blind retrospective. Best after 2009. 850 cases made.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add