The evolved, mature ruby/amber color of the 1997 Barolo Zonchera is perplexing since the wine tastes young and vigorous. An exotic offering, it exhibits aromas of smoke, coffee, vanilla, maple syrup, brown sugar, and overripe cherries. This is a full-bodied, luxuriously rich, decadent, young Barolo that should be drunk now and over the next decade. Importer: Veuve Clicquot, New York, NY; tel. (212) 888-7575

Intense aromas of rosebushes and fruit. Full-bodied, with plenty of juicy fruit and chewy tannins. Needs time to open. Best after 2005. 6,300 cases made.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add