2007 Barolo

Brovia's 2007 Baroli look to be worthy follow-ups to the stunning 2006s, as they have been gorgeous on the multiple times I have tasted them from barrel. All of the Baroli were in cask when I last tasted them in November 2010. In keeping with the personality of the vintage, the 2007s possess a fleshiness that makes them virtually impossible to resist even at this early stage. At the same time, the intensity of color, tannins and overall freshness makes me think the wines will age gracefully. The 2007s show an intense, almost extreme expression of the estate's single vineyards, and the differences between the wines aren't quite as marked as they are in more classic vintages such as 2006. The 2007 Barolo is impressively rich and concentrated for an entry-level bottling. Wonderfully open and seductive, the 2007 Barolo should drink beautifully from the get-go.

The 2007 Barolo is impressively rich and concentrated for an entry-level bottling. Wonderfully open and seductive, the 2007 Barolo should drink beautifully from the get-go. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2025. Brovia’s 2007 Baroli look to be worthy follow-ups to the stunning 2006s. They have been gorgeous on the multiple times I have tasted them from barrel. All of the Baroli were in cask when I last sampled them in November 2010. In keeping with the personality of the vintage, the 2007s possess a fleshiness that makes them virtually impossible to resist even at this early stage. At the same time, the intensity of color, tannins and overall freshness makes me think the wines will age gracefully. The 2007s show an intense, almost extreme expression of the estate’s single vineyards, and the differences between the wines aren’t quite as marked as they are in more classic vintages such as 2006. Importer: Rosenthal Wine Merchants, Pine Plains, NY; tel. (800) 910-1990