Barolo Monvigliero

This has aromas of tar, violets, cherries, orange rind and a touch of aniseed. Medium- to full-bodied with a firm tannin structure that seems to recede toward the finish. The fruit is juicy, tender, pretty and refined. It should be more evident once the tannins mellow out. Exciting. Better from 2030.

This red is all about finesse, its silky texture a foil for cherry, raspberry, floral and mineral flavors. There's a solid base of tannins and lively acidity driving the long, fruit-filled aftertaste. Even now, this is charming and harmonious, with complexity and class. Best from 2028 through 2045. 600 cases made, 200 cases imported.

A darker expression of Barolo in 2020, featuring black cherry and black currant fruit, earth, iron and tobacco aromas and flavors. Dense and even slightly brooding, with burly tannins guarding the long finish. Less expressive than its peers at this stage yet promising. Best from 2028 through 2050. 425 cases made, 230 cases imported.