Barolo Cannubi Riserva

Charming and fragrant - paprika, red flowers, forest berries, and a touch of mushroom. The nose pulls you in gently, then the structure tightens: high acidity, firm yet polished tannin. Still young, clearly, but already seamless and well-balanced. A wine that feels effortless to drink, though it lacks the gravitas and layered depth of the 2011. Still, a beautiful showing.

One bottle was more oxidized. This bottle was clearly off. Vegetal and oxidised, veering toward Madeira territory. On the palate it's slightly sweet but redeemed somewhat by decent acidity. The tannin, however, is overly dry and the whole thing feels dusty and tired. Just not in a good place - if it ever was.