Bassy notes of wet earth, plum and tar are the hallmarks of this Barolo, with accents of cherry and spice. The tannins are ripe and round, showing a good amount of grip on the finish. Best from 2018 through 2030. 666 cases made, 333 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add

Full of sweet cherry, strawberry, tobacco and wild herb flavors, this is both succulent and firm. Supple in texture, this is balanced, lingering with floral and eucalyptus accents. Best from 2018 through 2033. 600 cases made, 430 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add

The lovely 2011 Barolo presents the clean style and precise integrity that distinguishes the wines of Renato Corino. This wine also delivers exceptional value that makes it even more irresistible. The bouquet shows ripe fruit tones of dark cherry and blackberry with delicate nuances of spice, leather and tar on the edges. You can taste the heat of the vintage thanks to candied fruit flavors, but the overall effect does not lack balance or dimension. In fact, the wine should grow in complexity as it continues to evolve.

A warm, inviting red, with velvety texture and refined tannins setting the stage for cherry, menthol, leather and tobacco notes. Balanced and elegant, offering a lingering finish. Best from 2015 through 2027. 700 cases made, 400 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add

The 2009 Barolo shows a steady progression of cherry, blackberry and tar followed by very clean and polished tones of licorice, tar and crushed mineral. The wine’s dark consistency and medium body bode well for five years of aging or more. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2023. Various American Importers, including: De Grazia Imports, Republic; MO; tel. (417) 732-1668; Michael Skurnik Wines, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300; Robert Houde Wines, Park Ridge, IL; tel. (630) 422-1119