The 1989 Barolo Zonchera is the most forward and easy to appreciate of the 1989 single vineyard offerings. Supple, with an intensely-scented nose of black-cherries, herbs, and vanillin, this medium to full-bodied Barolo displays impeccable harmony among its component parts, and a long, sweet, ripe, luscious finish. It should drink well for at least a decade. Ceretto's 1989s and 1990s are unquestionably the finest Barolos I have tasted from this firm. Ceretto's proclivity to produce elegant, graceful, easy going wines has not been compromised in either vintage, but the wines boast terrific richness and concentration. The result is a bevy of riveting Barolos that can be drunk early, or aged for 15 or more years. Ceretto has a propensity to produce easy to drink, delicately-styled Piedmontese wines. While this is evident in the two blockbuster vintages of 1989 and 1990, the Ceretto brothers have made more concentrated and powerful wines than usual. Ceretto enjoyed superb success in both vintages, producing wines opulent enough to be drunk, but with enough concentration and richness to last for 10-15 years. These are top class efforts! Kudos to the Ceretto brothers! Importer: Palace Brands, Hartford, CT.

Solidly built and full of personality, with lots of tar, floral and anise overtones to the beam of berry flavor at the core. A bit tannic, it needs until 1997 or so. 5,150 cases made.??–null??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add