An impressive effort from Marchesi di Barolo, the 1998 Barolo Vigna Cannubi exhibits a dark plum/purple color as well as a soft, modern style displaying notes of lavender, rose petals, ripe black fruits, and a touch of toasty oak. A sweet attack is followed by a rich, medium to full-bodied, long Barolo with tannin as well as outstanding balance. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2015. Importer: Palm Bay International, Port Washington, NY; tel. (516) 802-4700.

Good dark brick-red color. Aromas of crushed raspberry and very ripe strawberry. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins. Some wood and jammy fruit. Young and rich. Very fruit-driven.--1998 Piedmont blind retrospective (2008). Best after 2010. 3,300 cases made, 1,200 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add

This historic producer owns a large portion of the Cannubi vineyard. The 1998 is highly perfumed, with aromas of roses and strawberries. It is powerful and chunky, with dry tannins and wood flavors, along with finishing sweetness. ——R.V.(11/15/2002)—— 90