The 2008 Barolo is a beautiful, fragrant Barolo laced with dark red fruit, mint, violets and sweet spices. This mid-weight yet generous Barolo is an excellent choice for drinking over the next few years, while the forward fruit retains its freshness and vinosity. Proprietor Davide Mozzone made his 2008 from parcels in Serralunga, Monforte and Castiglione Falletto, and aged the wine in neutral oak barrels. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2020. Cascina Bongiovanni is one of Piemonte’s small, artisan estates that seems to fly under the radar. The wines seldom disappoint, however, and merit a wider audience. Proprietor Davide Mozzone makes Baroli built on expressive, radiant fruit that can be enjoyed young, but that also develop nicely in bottle. Importer: Empson, USA, Alexandria, VA; tel. (703) 684-0900

A distinctive tar aroma leads off, followed by flavors of black cherry, blackberry and licorice. Elegant and linear in profile, with sweet fruit and tobacco notes lining the finish. Best from 2014 through 2025. 834 cases made.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add