The 2003 Barolo Le Vigne may have a slight edge over the Cannubi Boschis in this vintage as the ability to blend fruit from various microclimates was a big advantage. It is a full-bodied soft-textured Barolo with lively color and plenty of ripe red fruit menthol and spices. This is an especially fresh vibrant wine for the vintage with tannins that are particularly refined. A recent vertical of Le Vigne back to 1995 found the 1995 1997 and 1998 drinking well and the 1996 1999 2000 and 2001 approachable but still with additional upside potential. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2015. --- Antonio Galloni