2013 Ferdinando Principiano Barolo Ravera di Monforte
Planted in 1934, soil is sand

From 2011 forward they changed much more spicy and aromatic when they stopped using the tractor, it was always very sweet,
Aromas of wild flowers,  artichoke and carrot tops lend complexity to the intense, savory nose here, rich with aromas of Chinato and red raspberry fruit. Angular, fine, and transparent  in the mouth, with great cut, good acidity, and super fine tannins. There’s real finesse  and elegance here with great persistence to the fruit, juicy and lightly iris toned in the mouth, with hints of apricot lending nuance to the berry flavors, all  layered over gentle mineral notes. This is impressively complex and finessed through the vegetal qualities will be off putting to some I find it beautiful with harmony and complexity. 93pts