The 2006 Barolo Per Cristina is a gorgeous wine that transports us back to a beautiful vintage that is already beginning to show spectacular results. The bouquet offers a distinctive balsamic character with grilled rosemary, cherry cola, licorice and fresh menthol aromas. The effect is ethereal, tightly layered and ever-changing. This Barolo presents a beautifully silky texture that lingers on the palate for many long minutes. This wine will march proudly forward for the next two decades. - Monica Larner

A modern style, with plenty of new oak surrounding the core of cherry, tar, soy, tobacco and cedar flavors. This will shed the oak aromas and flavors, but the extra layer of tannins is more troublesome. Best from 2018 through 2030. 250 cases made. — BS