Michele Chiarlo Tortoniano, Barolo DOCG, Italy 2021 Rocca di Frassinello and a cool September meant

and a cool September meant a more relaxing vintage

2020 is a very approachable vintage

Heiwa Shuzo uses a combination of locally grown Natsu Mikan

The nose displays wonderful dried floral and fruit aromas complimented by soft leather and earthy notes

Hand-harvested fruit from the Pročno vineyard which is rich in opoka (marl)

Michele Chiarlo Tortoniano, Barolo DOCG, Italy 2021 Rocca di Frassinello and a cool September meantRestrained, if not low key at the first impression, with small red fruit aromas and lots of licorice. Minty and tight. Medium to full bodied, it seems built to last, with firm, dusty tannins and crisp acidity allied to a fresh fruit profile. Still young. Try from 2027. 93 Pts James Suckling