Fratelli Alessandria, Barolo Gramolere Vintage:2011 almost understated finish in context

almost understated finish in context of the growing season

its sophistication rippling with nuance rather than sheer vulgar power

this is so dense

Giancarlo Pacenti’s 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Vecchie Vigne is another superb wine

The wine is full-bodied

Fratelli Alessandria, Barolo Gramolere Vintage:2011 almost understated finish in contextMedium red. Distinctly cooler on the nose than the San Lorenzo di Verduna, offering scents of cherry and musky underbrush. Then sweeter and more concentrated in the mouth, but still with a coolish, savory character to the red fruit and balsamic flavors. Finishes with serious tannins that turn a bit dry with air. Stephen Tanzer