2012 Barolo Colonello
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The 2012 Barolo Colonnello offers only modest depth, structure and complexity. Sweet oak, washed out fruit and grainy tannins are some of the signatures in this underachieving Barolo. The Colonnello is usually defined by its silky tannins and supple fruit. Unfortunately those elements don't come through. There is little pleasure to be found here. With time in the glass, the tannins soften a touch, but not enough to make a difference.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
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Like the Barolo Bussia Cicala, the 2012 Barolo Bussia Colonnello steps out with heavy footing. You feel the weight of the vintage, yet the bouquet shows fewer of those brilliant aromatic accents that are so magnificently delivered in cooler vintages. The aromas are all there - wild berry, balsam herb, cola and licorice - but the intensity is somewhat muted. The wine also shows tightness and astringency in terms of tannins that will relax as the wine continues its evolution.