2010 Barolo Gavarini Vigna Chiniera, Elio Grasso, Piedmont
Stemming from 35 year old vines and planted on a soil base with more chalk than the Casa Maté, the Chiniera carries airs and graces akin to top quality Burgundy. This has a gorgeous nose of orange, smoke, nuts and marzipan with a powerful but elegant palate of finely balanced grip and acidity.