2017 Roagna Barolo Pira Vecchie Viti [V96][WS94] Monterey County I am struck by how

I am struck by how elegant and refined it is

all amplified in a dramatic

with a slight creaminess in texture towards the finish

A kick of bright acids on the finish keeps things vibrant

2017 Roagna Barolo Pira Vecchie Viti [V96][WS94] Monterey County I am struck by howProducer: Roagna Region: Barolo, Piedmont, Italy Varietal: Nebbiolo Year: 2017 Vinous, 96 Points "The 2017 Barolo Pira Vecchie Viti dazzles from the very first taste. It offers a wild, intoxicating bouquet married to notable depth, with firm yet polished tannins that wrap it all together. Sweet red fruit, blood orange, rose petal, cinnamon, dried herbs and star anise build as this rich yet classically austere Barolo shows off what its got. It is a