Although this is not among the kick-down-the-door powerhouse entrants from 2009, it has a lot going for it, with big ripe aromas that lead into broad flavors that show some depth. Thanks to the subtlety of the wood signature, this remains juicy and deeply enjoyable even after the wood and tannin have been taken account of in the wine’s finish.
Fratelli Revello, Barolo (Piedmont, Italy) 2009
By Michael Franz