Paolo Scavino, Barolo Prapo Vintage:2016

Paolo Scavino, Barolo Prapo Vintage:2016Rose, cherry, freshly cut hay and tobacco notes, with a light accent of oak spice, are the highlights of this elegant, complex Barolo. Silky and harmonious, with well integrated tannins, freshness and a spicy aftertaste. Best from 2023 through 2042. 475 cases made, 150 cases imported. BS

smoked tea and a hint of animale that is also reflected by the focused and beautifully intense medium-bodied flavors that possess an unusually refined mouth feel

crème de cassis and raspberries

It is one of the finest Chardonnays I have tasted from Rhys

Although not likely to be a long-term ager by Giacosa standards

potpourri and olive are sharpened by a smoky mineral flourish

This looks to be one of the wines of the vintage

dusty and robust finale

Wafting from the glass with aromas of dark cherries

This is a wine of contrasts as the mid-palate is rich to the point of opulence

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quite delicious mature Margaux that should give another 10-15 years’ drinking pleasure

This is excellent but note well that it will definitely require at least some patience