2014 Barolo, Le Rocche del Falletto, Riserva, Bruno Giacosa, Piedmont, Italy

Giacosa's Riservas are among the most prized wines in Piedmont, and even in this difficult vintage the property made an outstanding wine from this vineyard in Serralunga. As always, the nose is incredibly perfumed, showing ripe raspberry fruit but also violets. The purity and poise are remarkable. There's a fine attack, ample concentration, of course, and polished tannins balanced by fine acidity. It's taut and refined yet has remarkable volume for 2014 and excellent length.Drink 2021 - 2038Stephen Brook, Decanter.com (March 2020)