NEWS W.S.

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Falletto di Bruno Giacosa
Barbaresco Asili Riserva 2007
95 points | $400 | 170 cases imported | Red
Ripe and bursting with sweet cherry, floral, licorice and spice
flavors, this Barbaresco is expressive, supple, balanced and dense,
showing the structure to age and a finish of fig and tobacco notes.
Best from 2016 through 2030. From Italy.—B.S.
Giacomo Conterno
Barolo Cascina Francia 2009
94 points | $175 | 2,083 cases made | Red
Aromas of warm mint tea and cherry lead to balsamic and underbrush
flavors in this dense, linear red. The tannins are brusque, yet
there’s sweetness too. Just needs time. In 2009, there is no Monfortino
Riserva, so those grapes went into this blend. Best from
2016 through 2030. From Italy.—B.S.