The 2003 Barolo Bricco Fiasco is a deep, brooding wine loaded with intense dark fruit, tobacco, leather and grilled herbs. Though it offers better harmony than the normale, the wine’s balance is ultimately defined by the hard, coarse tannins that are typical of the vintage. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2019. Azelia remains a great source for relatively well-priced Barolos. In particular, the San Rocco, from a vineyard in Serralunga, is often one of the region’s top bottlings as it is again in 2003. Proprietor Luigi Scavino has a new Barolo this year, made from the Margheria vineyard, also in Serrlaunga. 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

Aromas of truffle and berries follow through to a medium-bodied palate, with soft tannins and a fruity finish. Turns to cedar, chocolate and coffee. Lacks some definition. Drink now. 670 cases made, 490 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add