Domenico Clerico, Barolo, Ciabot Mentin Ginestra 2001 Pinot Noir and vibrant on the palate

and vibrant on the palate

which is sourced from the oldest plants of the variety in the Casablanca Valley that were planted in 1980

Decanted but enjoyed immediately

some orange zest and more flowers

This wine is truly a joy with aromas of dark fruit

Domenico Clerico, Barolo, Ciabot Mentin Ginestra 2001 Pinot Noir and vibrant on the palateInto neck 96 Wine Spectator Aromas of blackberries and licorice with hints of oak. Full bodied, with velvety tannins and lots of ripe fruit as well as smoky oak. A rich and very long wine. A massive beauty. *Collectible* (JS) 10 2005 94 CellarTracker Purple modern style barolo with hint of vanilla. Aging well, deep, medium to full bodied. Fruit filled with firm but balanced tannins. Long finish. Top flight barolo. 12 26 2023 94 CellarTracker Amazing