The 2013 Barolo Bricco Fiasco shows exceptional balance in this terrific vintage. The wine starts slowly but increases in a steady upswing of intensity and complexity as it takes on air in the glass. This vineyard located in Castiglione Falletto was planted in the 1940s, and the vines are now 80 years old, on average. They are at their production prime, especially when it comes to the nuanced and finessed fruit produced. The soils here show a larger percentage of sand compared to neighboring Serralunga d'Alba, and the wine is more fruit forward and elegant as a result. The bouquet offers pressed rose, violets and warm autumnal notes. Only 6,300 bottles were produced. This is a terrific wine.

A traditional style, delivering dried cherry, grass and underbrush flavors shaded by tar and spice accents. Lean and sinewy, lingering deftly on the finish. Best from 2020 through 2035. 566 cases made, 100 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add