Barbaresco

Score

93

"Smoky woodland, balsamic and mineral characters dominate the nose which is all on the root aromas. Dried cherry fruit introduces a savoury, dense, vibrant palate, with large tannins which are sweet and ripe. Austere, grainy finish with a bit of sterness at the moment, yet a good, sweet liquorice aftertaste. The grapes for this Barbaresco 'village' wine come from a vineyard with southwest to southeast exposition. The wine ages in 20- to 45-hectolitre French oak barrels."

Score

92

"Aromas of wild strawberries and raspberry bush with red spices, cocoa and dried flowers. Medium- to full-bodied with round, lively tannins and velvety texture. Red-fruited and mouthwatering with a flavorful finish. Better from 2025."

Score

91

"The 2018 Barolo Bricco Boschis pours a deep ruby and has spiced and enveloping aromatics of cigar box, leather, pure red cherry, and turned earth. This medium-bodied red is approachable and graceful, with moderate tannins and good concentration in its notes of Earl Grey tea, blood orange, and raspberry liqueur. Drink 2024-2044."

Score

90

"Hay, ripe wild berry and hints of coconut and toasted hazelnut shape the nose. Taut and linear, the palate is rather light on its feet, suggesting pomegranate, cranberry and coffee bean framed in taut tannins before a tangy orange zest finish. Drink 2025†2030. "

Score

92

"A mellow, supple-textured version, this red offers macerated cherry, wild strawberry, earth and a hint of licorice flavors. Firm yet harmonious and lingers nicely on the finish, echoing the fruit and licorice notes."