This opens with cherry and candied blueberry aromas. It presents a thick, succulent quality that should pair well with braised beef or grilled lamb. — (9/1/2012) —90

This elegant cru expression of Barolo delivers soft tones of forest berry, cassis, tar and white licorice over a smooth, fine mouthfeel. The long finish is enhanced by firm, drying tannins. ——M.L.(9/1/2011)—— 90

Barolo Monvigliero is a taut but shapely wine with layers of blackberry, plum, licorice, cedar and chopped mint piled high. With more than five years since the harvest, this wine is slowly coming into focus in terms of integration and silkiness.——M.L.(9/1/2011)—— 90

Already orangey in color and browning at the rim. The cherry, earth and leather aromas are joined by funky, barnyard notes. Tastes dense and ripe, with a solid core of cherry fruit and licorice buried under considerable tannins. Finishes a bit dried out and astringent.——W.E.(7/1/2000)—— 86