1981 Barolo Monprivato

This is the first time I have run across the 1981 Barolo Monprivato and I can only say I am deeply impressed! In fact, the 1981 is one of the great revelations of this tasting. It is a rich, full-bodied Barolo packed with dark fruit, showing remarkable intensity as well as balance. The 1981 is not one of the more complex Monprivatos but it is stunning for its weight and concentration, both qualities which should allow it to drink beautifully for at least another decade.