2017 Poderi Oddero Barolo DOCG, Piedmont, Italy (750ml) 3D on the nose

on the nose

While the blackberries and blackcurrants are there

blueberries and savory hints of bay leaves and black olives

The tannins are well managed

2017 Poderi Oddero Barolo DOCG, Piedmont, Italy (750ml) 3D on the noseTASTING NOTES: Intense flavors of black currant and black cherry are shaded by iron, tar and tobacco in this toned yet powerful red. This is balanced, though needs time to absorb the dense, chalky tannins. The aftertaste extends the fruit element, along with mineral and tobacco accents. Best from 2023 through 2045. Wine Spectator, 96 pts The Oddero family suggests tasting their single vineyard Baroli in this order: Villero, Rocche di Castiglione,