Monchiero 2013 Roere di Santa Maria (Barolo)

Country: Italy / Roere di Santa Maria
Variety: Nebbiolo Piedmont
Winery: Monchiero / Barolo

Funky aromas of game, truffle and a faint whiff of barnyard carry over to the medium-bodied palate along with black cherry jam, cinnamon and a hint of vanilla. A salty note closes the finish. It’s surprisingly ripe for the vintage, with chewy tannins and an immediate if somewhat rustic charm.