A brilliant core of black cherry, black currant and plum flavors is accented by leather, cedar, eucalyptus, iron and tobacco elements. Rich and well-balanced, with a structure that should allow this red to develop over the next two decades. Shows terrific harmony and expression. Best from 2022 through 2042. 350 cases made, 200 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add

A fresh, focused version, boasting cherry, eucalyptus, wild herb and tobacco flavors. On the beefy side, with dusty tannins gripping the long finish. Best from 2021 through 2036. 416 cases made, 150 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add

The 2013 Barolo Le Coste paints a broad-stroke portrait of Nebbiolo. The wine is thickly textured and well concentrated. What it gives up in nuance, it makes up for with grit and power. The quality of fruit is ripe, dark and on the fleshy side. This expression is more succulent than your standard Barolo from this cool and tempered vintage. In fact, judging by this wine, you might think the growing season was warmer than it really was. I am suggesting a mid-term drinking window as a result.

Combining juicy cherry fruit notes with licorice, tar and tobacco flavors, this firms up quickly, but all the elements are there, and the long finish shows potential. Fresh. Best from 2018 through 2032. 333 cases made.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add

There's lots of wood on the 2012 Barolo Le Coste, but it comes off as sweet and spicy. The wine shows lingering notes of cinnamon, clove and baking spice. A touch of sour astringency appears on the close.