The 2008 Barolo Lazzarito comes across as remarkably primary. Dark red fruit, iron, tar, smoke, wild flowers and minerals are all wrapped aroud a serious intense, mid-palate and finish. Today the 2008 comes across as a bit tightly wound, but that is the personality of the year. The balance of fruit, structure and oak is superb. Layers of fruit flow through to the firm, authoritative finish. This is impressive juice. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2028. Importer: Dalla Terra, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 259-5405 Importer: Dalla Terra, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 259-5405

There's an underpinning of iron in this cherry- and tar-infused red. Open in texture, with a solid structure relying on the one-two punch of acidity and tannins. The tea and balsamic notes linger. Best from 2016 through 2032. 400 cases made, 100 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add