Fratelli Alessandria, Barolo Gramolere Vintage:2006 Once again there is just

Once again there is just enough wood to point out along with hints of menthol

peppery spices and fresh flowers

Firm reduction renders the nose unreadable at present

This will require at least 15 years to be at its best and 20 would not surprise me

An airy red pinot fruit nose nuanced by a lovely mix of game

Fratelli Alessandria, Barolo Gramolere Vintage:2006 Once again there is justMedium red. Distinctly cooler on the nose than the San Lorenzo di Verduna, offering scents of cherry and musky underbrush. Then sweeter and more concentrated in the mouth, but still with a coolish, savory character to the red fruit and balsamic flavors. Finishes with serious tannins that turn a bit dry with air. Stephen Tanzer