1996 Barolo Bricco Luciani
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The 1996 Barolo Bricco Luciani is fully mature, but it should drink reasonably well for at least another few years, as it is a bit fresher on the palate than it is in its aromatics. Smoke, leather and licorice all develop in the glass. A streak of greenness suggests less than perfect cooperage.
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Robert Parker
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The 1996 Barolo Bricco Luciani displays classic Nebbiolo aromas of rose petals and melted road tar intermixed with pain grille, cherry liqueur, tobacco, and spice. With explosive richness, high levels of glycerin, and a powerful, muscular, concentrated finish, this superb example possesses high levels of tannin and extract. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2016. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411
The 1996 Barolo Bricco Luciani displays classic Nebbiolo aromas of rose petals and melted road tar intermixed with pain grille, cherry liqueur, tobacco, and spice. With explosive richness, high levels of glycerin, and a powerful, muscular, concentrated finish, this superb example possesses high levels of tannin and extract. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2016. Aug 1999, www.robertparker.com
Good ruby-red. Enticing aromas of raspberry, bitter chocolate and minerals. Thick, chewy and tactile; a very full-bodied Barolo that's packed with sweet fruit. Just a hint of rusticity on the finish, which features powerful tannins. This will need a good four or five years of bottle aging.