As Barbara Sandrone explains, Cannubi is large–just over 110 acres. The 15-acre Boschis area is one of four distinct plots within the vineyard that she believes produces even more special wine. And their 2008 is special, indeed. It’s just fabulous with the classical combination of tar and roses. Elegant and powerful all at once, the tannins are firm, but nothing can hide the explosive power of this wine. Having just tasted the 1996, which is just entering its mature phase, I’d have no hesitancy about putting the 2008 in the cellar for a couple of decades. If you want to know why people rave about Barolo, have money and patience, this is one to buy.
