Trotanoy other_regions_italy intense and focused big-bodied and

intense and focused big-bodied and overtly muscular flavors that are beautifully precise on the incredibly backward and austere finish

The Barolos are vinified in stainless steel

This is really quite lovely with a really impressive purity of expression and should age well for years

Grasso's 2013 Barolo Ginestra Casa Matè is powerful

if not completely cleaned up to where the reduction was more of a nuance rather than dominating the ripe dark currant

Trotanoy other_regions_italy intense and focused big-bodied andDark red ruby. Sexy, almost decadent aromas of plum, redcurrant, iron and smoked meat. Then juicy and bright in the mouth; began a bit lean and peppery but put on weight as it opened in the glass, without any loss of energy. Finishes with suave tannins, a note of cedary oak and lovely subtle length. Stephen Tanzer