Dark garnet in appearance, the 2011 Barolo Bussia Romirasco is an exceptional wine with enormous energy and vigor that comes from deep within its core. It delivers a sense of intensity, clarity and momentum that is rare to find in this warm vintage. It is also a highly complex expression that shows a slow but very interesting evolution in the glass with dark fruit aromas that are fused seamlessly with spice, tarry resin and blue flower. This is a wine with big bones that moves with incredible grace and poise. I would recommend holding the bottle for at least five more years. - Monica Larner

Combining power and finesse, this superb Barolo has subtle aromas of ripe berry, anise, leather and menthol. The taut, full-bodied palate is still young, showing rich black cherry, white pepper, clove, chopped herb and licorice alongside youthfully bracing tannins that need time to unwind. Drink 2019–2936.

This is rich and expressive, with notes of vanilla and spice shading the cherry, leather and tobacco flavors. Shows backbone and grip on the finish, presenting a lingering aftertaste of sweet fruit, menthol and spice. Best from 2019 through 2033. 100 cases imported. –BS