There appears to be good underlying material so this could well come together

all the components are there for future greatness

this is textbook Clos du Roi

no hard edges and incredible purity of fruit

with elegance and precision

Pio Cesare, Barbaresco Vintage:2016 There appears to be goodThe 2016 Barbaresco was sourced from parcels across the Barbaresco region and was aged for 30 months in a combination of French botti and barriques. It has aromatics of celery root, dried cherry, star anise, and tar. The palate is lifted with pomegranate seed, dried roses, clove, and orange pith. There are dusty tannins that build on the finish and fresh acidity. Enjoy over 2022 2042.