Nicolas Belfrage: Light. Insubstantial nose and thin palate, if sound enough. 11.5

Simon Larkin: Deep hue, solid rim. Ripe fruit on the nose, with almost foresty nuances. On the palate, tea-like nuances, with fine harmony, and a certain grace. This is not high on volume but is high on elegance. Lingering and persistent. Modest stature and tightly wound. 13.5

Franco Ziliani: Ruby color of medium intensity. The bouquet is distinctive and fascinating: cocoa powder, dried roses, aromatic herbs, licorice, tobacco, and talc. Great freshness, lively and vibrant, with fleshy fruit, solid tannins, and great structure. Very satisfying, with a long finish. A great expression of Nebbiolo, and a true terroir wine. Good aging potential: buy and lay down. 17