The classic Fontanafredda 2017 Barolo is a fine and polished wine with a bright and lifted bouquet. Aromas of wild cherry, licorice and crushed stone emerge in easy layers. To the palate, the wine is quite streamlined and silky. Important to note is that those hot-vintage 2017 tannins are nicely compacted and integrated here, enough so to even consider an unorthodox Barolo pairing with a super-fatty charred salmon steak on the grill. An impressive 300,000 bottles were made.

This expressive red offers cherry, menthol and tar flavors, with a hint of orange peel. Sleek and solidly structured, this ends with a mint-menthol sequel and macerated cherry notes. Fine length. Best from 2024 through 2042. 25,000 cases made, 3,750 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add