Poderi Oddero Brunate, Barolo DOCG, Italy 2004 1.5L Chardonnay Bin-End Sale obtained from 75% Nebbiolo

obtained from 75% Nebbiolo

At room temperature

I suspect that the 2009 Pontet-Canet is more approachable than the 2005

it captures the Billiot house style at its very best

The fruity flavors embed themselves with various aromatic sensations and the floral accents take turns with the marine scents

Poderi Oddero Brunate, Barolo DOCG, Italy 2004 1.5L Chardonnay Bin-End Sale obtained from 75% NebbioloGreat complexity on the nose with drying plum, light smoke tones, green herbs and almost salty minerality, closes up a bit in the glass but still offers up great intensity and complexity. Very linear in the mouth with excellent balance, tannins embedded in the fruit and the acid cruising just under the surface. Deep and bright in the mouth with a sour cherry green melon jolly rancher acid driven fruit quality above notes of peach pit, mineral, herb