Bruno Besa | Bright ruby to garnet. Clean, open, mature yet refined small red- and black-fruits nose, with hazelnuts, forest undergrowth, and hints of road tar. Medium to full body, balanced, with a clove and plum finish. Impeccably made Barolo for mid- term aging. | 94

Stephen Brook | Dumb though red-fruited nose. Quite rich and juicy on the palate, with up-front fruit supported by firm tannins. But it’s not very nuanced, and the flavors don’t exactly linger on the palate. Solid but blunt. A bit short, too. | 88

Andrew Jefford | Deep dark red. Sweet, warm, and mushroomy; elegant and refined. Lots of spice beneath: a Christmas warmth. A touch doughy. Vivid, firm, lively, chunky, and generous, with bright acidity and plentiful tannins. Generous and exuberant wine in a good vintage; there is much to enjoy here, even if it is not the most polished wine in the tasting. | 91