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The 1999 Barolo Bricco Rocche, penetrating, tarry, and with notes of saddle leather on the nose, is rounder than the Prapo but well extracted, with an attractive density of texture and well delineated kirsch and anisette flavors. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2018. Oct 2003, www.robertparker.com
Daniel Thomases Score: 91/100
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Product Details
The 1999 Barolo Bricco Rocche, penetrating, tarry, and with notes of saddle leather on the nose, is rounder than the Prapo but well extracted, with an attractive density of texture and well delineated kirsch and anisette flavors. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2018. Oct 2003, www.robertparker.com
Daniel Thomases Score: 91/100
Northern Italy / Italy