2017 Poderi Oddero Barolo DOCG, Piedmont, Italy (750ml) 3D While the blackberries and blackcurrants

While the blackberries and blackcurrants are there

Blend: 90% Cabernet Sauvignon

The initial bursts of juniper berries are mellow and tame

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2017 Poderi Oddero Barolo DOCG, Piedmont, Italy (750ml) 3D While the blackberries and blackcurrantsTASTING 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,