The 1994 Barolo Ciabot Mentin Ginestra is a sumptuous, medium to full-bodied, multilayered, exceptionally complex Barolo (aromas of charcoal, smoke, tobacco, Asian spices, fruitcake, and framboise dominate). Deep, opulently-textured, and full-bodied, it, like its sibling, the Pajana, is a tour de force in winemaking. It should drink well for 5-8 years. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411

Overly oaky for the fruit. Light to medium in body, it offers mocha, spice, coffee, toasted oak, plum and black cherry. Lean, with a chewy finish. Drink now. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.??–PM??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add