The delicious Neirano is near maturity and ready to drink. It is showing plenty of plummy, dried fruit, spices, herb and smoked meat. It is a pleasant wine, but with a little more concentration could be an outstanding one.——M.G.(4/1/2007)—— 87

Flavors of cherry tomato and dried cherries with a little saltiness need pasta or grilled meat to show their best. The aroma is a meal in itself, with chestnuts, hard salami and roasted game. A little tart on the finish, but quite enjoyable. ——C.S.(11/15/2002)—— 89

This is a Barolo you could probably enjoy tonight with dinner. Its leathery aromas mixed with a mature touch of forest and roasted fruit say “I’m ready.” Medium-bodied and not too tannic, it has a full and ripe cherry flavor, an attribute for an early-drinker such as this.——W.E.(9/1/2000)—— 86