Paolo Manzone 2012 Meriame (Barolo)

Country: Italy

Province: Piedmont

Region: Barolo

Variety: Nebbiolo

Winery: Paolo Manzone

Points: 85

Taster: Kerin O’Keefe

This has aromas that recall leafy underbrush, sawdust and menthol. The dense, oak-driven palate shows licorice, espresso, toast and a hint of bitter chocolate but the fruit has dried up. It abruptly ends on a green note of powdered sage.