The 2005 Barolo Riserva Vignolo emerges from the glass with freshly cut flowers tar mint licorice and plums. There is an exotic quality to the fruit I find very appealing yet this remains a quintessential Castiglione Falletto Barolo built on aromatics elegant fruit and silky tannins. There is an energy and vibrancy I find highly appealing. The 2005 is a feminine Vignolo but the wine gains considerable richness as it sits in the glass. This is a fabulous showing. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2025. -Antonio Galloni