The 1990 Barolo Bricco Punta reveals smoky, toasty, vanillin scents in the nose, causing me to conclude that new small oak barrels were utilized during the wine's upbringing. The oak complements rather than dominates this full-bodied, highly concentrated wine's huge, jammy, black-cherry fruitiness, and glycerin-endowed, rich, thick, viscous flavors. Soft and already flattering and seductive, this big-styled, voluptuous Barolo should be drunk over the next 12-15 years. Luigi Scavino, from the same family as Enrico Scavino, has always caught my attention because of his excellent Dolcettos. However, in the two superb vintages of 1989 and 1990, Scavino has turned out some spectacular Barolos from the Bricco Punta and Bricco Fiasco vineyards. The extraordinary quality of these two vintages makes it virtually impossible to pick a favorite. Readers should note the modest prices. Importer: a Leonardo Lo Cascio Selection, Winebow, Inc., Hohokus, NJ.

Readers will adore the huge, sweet, chocolatey, black-cherry, and herb-scented nose of the 1989 Barolo Bricco Punta. A rich, luscious, supple style of Barolo, it exhibits intense concentration, adequate acidity, and a ripe, round, velvety-textured finish. It is a Barolo for drinking during its first 12-15 years of life. Luigi Scavino, from the same family as Enrico Scavino, has always caught my attention because of his excellent Dolcettos. However, in the two superb vintages of 1989 and 1990, Scavino has turned out some spectacular Barolos from the Bricco Punta and Bricco Fiasco vineyards. The extraordinary quality of these two vintages makes it virtually impossible to pick a favorite. Readers should note the modest prices. Importer: a Leonardo Lo Cascio Selection, Winebow, Inc., Hohokus, NJ.

Rich and complex, with enough plummy, berry fruit to show through the veil of firm tannins. Texture is supple and the characteristic anise edge keeps playing a nice grace note. Long and layered. Try it around 1995.??–null??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add