Torbreck, Laird other_regions An exuberantly spicy nose offers

An exuberantly spicy nose offers up notes of cassis

I should note that Vietti plans to release a 2006 Barolo Riserva Villero

There is enough fruit for the 2001 to drink well for another decade or so

humus and a hint of animale

this is an outstanding 2010 Saint-Julien

Torbreck, Laird other_regions An exuberantly spicy nose offersDeep garnet purple in color, the 2008 The Laird is a little restrained to begin, opening out after a few moments and much coaxing to an extraordinary array of creme de cassis and black plum based aromas with underlying chocolate box, licorice, exotic spice, oolong tea and clove hints with a touch of earthy loam. Richly textured, dense and with a provocative meaty earthy savory, the palate is complex and layered revealing menthol and ripe black fruit