The 2006 Barolo is a surprisingly fragile, delicate wine laced with crushed flowers, leather, licorice, tobacco and berries. This easygoing, ethereal Barolo is attractive, but it doesn’t quite pack the visceral punch that is typical of the year. Still, it comes together nicely in the glass, and could merit a higher score if it fleshes out in bottle. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. Importer: Folio Fine Wine Partners, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 256-2700

An elegant style, fresh and vibrant, evoking cherry, raspberry and floral notes, with a hint of anise. Linear and taut, with a touch of menthol on the finish. Best from 2014 through 2025. 300 cases made, 40 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add

The 2006 vintage is a tricky one for Barolo because it favors elegance and power over softness and concentration. This expression from the talented team at Coppo shows the vintage well with this compact, astringent and ethereal expression that needs more time to soften.——M.L.(9/1/2011)—— 89