A charming red, detailed and fresh, featuring cherry, strawberry, currant, rose and mint flavors shaded by iron and tar. Tightly wound and compact, yet has terrific balance, pedigree and a persistent aftertaste. Best from 2026 through 2045. 500 cases made, 150 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add

Rich, delivering plum, cherry, floral and light eucalyptus flavors. Supple and balanced, with a light dusting of tannins on the lingering finish. Approachable now, but should improve over the next 3 to 5 years. Best from 2024 through 2040. 400 cases made, 200 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add

Sleek, with macerated cherry, plum and spice flavors buoyed by moderate acidity and dense yet refined tannins. Although taut, this lingers nicely on the mineral-tinged finish. Best from 2024 through 2040. 400 cases made, 200 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add

The Pira family farms several of the most important single-vineyard sites in Serralunga d'Alba, and this one has 50-year-old vines. The Luigi Pira 2017 Barolo Margheria offers a hint of the vintage ripeness with some wild strawberry and dried raspberry. In fact, those sweet fruit flavors emerge here in the Margheria more than they do in the other crus sites from this estate that are now on the market. That extra degree of softness gives this wine a more immediate and accessible personality.

Rose, cherry and white pepper aromas and flavors highlight this silky, elegant red, which shows ample structure in the form of bright acidity and refined tannins. The fine harmony and terrific length complete the profile. Best from 2022 through 2040. 400 cases made, 200 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add