2010 Damilano Cannubi 1752 Barolo Riserva

#54 TOP 100 WINES OF 2018. The aromas of this wine are perfect with decadent and wild fragrances of sliced fresh mushrooms, truffles, blackberries. Incredible complexity. Full and balanced. Racy, refined and amazing. The spirit of Cannubi. Drink or hold. But why wait?

Damilano is on a roll with this special Riserva. The 2010 Barolo Riserva Cannubi 1752 is infused with savory tones of leather, spice and smoke. Those specific aromas add to the immense sense of sophistication and elegance that is exuded from the bouquet of this deeply layered Barolo. Opening to a dark garnet color with little light saturation, this beautiful Nebbiolo is expressive and articulate; it is an especially worthy spokesperson for this classic vintage. At its core, the wine delivers dark, luscious dark fruit that still has primary freshness at this young stage. Otherwise, this Riserva is also far enough along to show tertiary tones of balsam herb and licorice.

The bouquet is beginning to take shape here, with notes of sweet cherry, rose and licorice, and a hint of truffle. Leather and tar flavors add to the mix as this cruises to a long aftertaste. Firmly structured and still youthful, yet shows promise. Best from 2021 through 2042. 500 cases made.