The delightful 2010 Barolo Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa shows enormous promise but needs more time to integrate. This wine was first produced in 1964 and recently “Fontanafredda” was established as a vineyard cru. This means that the Fontanafredda estate would be the only company in Barolo to produce a wine with a personalized single vineyard namesake. Dark fruit and spice is folded within the tight tannic structure of the wine. Drink: 2017-2032. I had the chance to taste through various flights of wine with Fontanafredda winemaker Danilo Drocco and owner Andrea Farinetti (son of Oscar Farinetti) during my last visit to Piedmont. The base Barolo sports a redesigned label with a clean, retro look. Importer: Palm Bay, www.palmbay.com

The cherry and strawberry fruit come to the fore, while tar and spice flavors play supporting roles. This is fresh, balanced and persistent, with echoes of spice and mineral emerging on the long finish. Best from 2018 through 2032. 1,800 cases made.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add