Elio Altare, Barolo Vintage:2014 with a medicinal note of

with a medicinal note of menthol

stony finish

Brand and Rangen to be not only superior but possessed of greater aging potential than this Clos Hauserer

A wonderfully broad-ranging nose reflects plenty of floral influences along with a lovely array of spice elements on the dark berry and Asian-style tea scented nose

Elio Altare, Barolo Vintage:2014 with a medicinal note ofAltare's 2000 Barolo is fabulous. Round, sweet and caressing on the palate, the Barolo impresses for its impeccable balance, and fresh, vibrant fruit. There is not a hint of oxidation or French oak in this impeccable Barolo. The 2000 is just approaching the early part of what looks to be a very long drinking window. Antonio Galloni