2007 Barolo Bricco Viole

Circa 30 days of skin maceration, and although it is a single vineyard the individual blocks within are harvested at slightly different times in order to achieve the best ripeness. Mid ruby, youthful looking. Lifted, fresh and a little bit dusty. Quite tight and compact on the nose. The same impression of compactness on the palate, and noticeable effects of malo (a kind of creaminess that is not yet fully integrated). Loads of grainy tannin. Unapproachable at the moment, but very pure. (WS)

The 2007 Barolo Bricco delle Viole has just been bottled, but that doesn't seem to get in the way of a terrific showing. It is a beautiful wine graced with tons of delineation and sheer intensity. The aromas and flavors build effortlessly to a hugely impressive, dazzling finish. The 2007 shows the volume and depth of the vintage, but with the expressive bouquet and overall harmony that define the finest wines of the year.

The 2007 Barolo Bricco delle Viole has just been bottled, but that doesn’t seem to get in the way of a terrific showing. It is a beautiful wine graced with tons of delineation and sheer intensity. The aromas and flavors build effortlessly to a hugely impressive, dazzling finish. The 2007 shows the volume and depth of the vintage, but with the expressive bouquet and overall harmony that define the finest wines of the year. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027. This is another superb set of wines from Aldo and Milena Vajra. What else is new? I am sure one day the Vajras will receive the broader recognition they so richly deserve. In the meantime, savvy readers know the exceptional quality these wines deliver for what remain very modest prices. Importers: Martin Scott Wines, Little Neck, NY; tel. (516) 327-0808, Rinascimento Wine Company, Los Angeles, CA; tel. (310) 270-3747