The 2009 Barolo Parafada (also a product of the rich, clay soils of Serralunga d’Alba) presents the darkest color of the three and bursts open with ripe flavors of dried blackberry, tobacco, used leather and licorice. But this is in no way a one-dimensional wine. It offers delightful endnotes of blue flower, peppermint, black mineral and cola that come as a pleasant surprise. The wine needs a few more years to open fully. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2028. - ML

A bright, pure red, offering cherry and raspberry flavors accented by cedar, tobacco and woodsy notes. Linear and taut, presenting a firm grip of tannins, with plenty of energy driving the long, mouthwatering finish. Best from 2017 through 2032. 375 cases made. — BS

Black chocolate, cloves, pomegranate. Big, powerful and spicy, loads of fruit with notes of liquorice and anise. Well-balanced palate with good freshness and structure. Read more at https://www.decanter.com/wine-reviews/italy/piedmont/massolino-parafada-barolo-serralunga-d-alba-2009-23844#Vzs3dU0qcEWAFee5.99