as a vineyard

The 2009 La Gaffelière has a rather over-the-top bouquet with smudged definition

There is again solid volume and mid-palate density to the rich yet reasonably price flavors that possess and exotic inner mouth perfume on the rusty and notably firm finale

Rich but refined and very elegant on the palate

At Lafite the final blend was 69% Cabernet Sauvignon

Andrea Oberto, Barolo Brut Zero as a vineyardThe 2010 Barolo represents a terrific effort and shows a level of aromatic purity and intensity that sets it apart. Soft cherry and blackberry is enhanced by bursts of clove, leather, cola and exotic tobacco. Obertos use of oak renders spice tones that are enduring but not overwhelming. Soft tannins and a richly layered mouthfeel make this wine appropriate for near term drinking. Drink, 2016 2025.