2017 Roagna Barolo Pira Vecchie Viti [V96][WS94] Monterey County all amplified in a dramatic

all amplified in a dramatic

warm earth and savory tobacco leaves

A kick of bright acids on the finish keeps things vibrant

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The latest release buzzes with limestone freshness and the pale herbal richness of chamomile flowers

2017 Roagna Barolo Pira Vecchie Viti [V96][WS94] Monterey County all amplified in a dramaticProducer: Roagna Region: Barolo, Piedmont, Italy Varietal: Nebbiolo Year: 2017 Vinous, 96 Points "The 2017 Barolo Pira Vecchie Viti dazzles from the very first taste. It offers a wild, intoxicating bouquet married to notable depth, with firm yet polished tannins that wrap it all together. Sweet red fruit, blood orange, rose petal, cinnamon, dried herbs and star anise build as this rich yet classically austere Barolo shows off what its got. It is a