Anybody have any experiences to share regarding the 1997 Alessandro Brero Barolo Poderi Roset, released Sept.15th.,2007 by the LCBO. Other Barolos, Gattinaras etc., that I have enjoyed from that vintage, and in this price range, were exceptional.

Some notes on the 1996 can be found here.

Thank-you, futronic. After a little searching....I noticed on "ebob" that this particular Barolo had some nice things said about it by others...... who enjoy wine from Italy. I will have to try it out. Thanks again.

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Originally posted by Bill@IA:
Thank-you, futronic. After a little searching....I noticed on "ebob" that this particular Barolo had some nice things said about it by others...... who enjoy wine from Italy. I will have to try it out. Thanks again.

When you do try it, make sure to let us know your reactions.

Was this on the release catalogue?

What are they charging for this?

VM

It was released as an 'In-Store Discovery' on Sept 15, and therefore not shown in the release catalogue.

Here is the web listing:

Poderi Roset Barolo 1997
DOCG
(Alessandro Brero)

Beefy Barolo. Reviewed in 2001, Robert Parker gave this Barolo 90 points describing it as "highly-extracted" and "dense". With another 6 years under its belt, it is beginning to enter into maturity. Its powerful fruit character and firm tannins make it a great choice with, well, beef.

32219 (XD) 750 mL $49.95

Thanks OTW. I always thought Vaughn publishes all the ISDs. Anyway, do let us know how the wine is if you do decide to try it.

It was on Vaughn's list.

When Parker describes a wine as being "highly-extracted" and "dense", I get the willies. Sounds like his description for Aussie shiraz - and he only gives this one 90 points. Time to steer clear!

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Originally posted by futronic:
It was on Vaughn's list.

Oh. The list must have been edited. Cause the one I printed off back when it was released doesn't have it.

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Originally posted by on the wine:When you do try it, make sure to let us know your reactions.

I have never written a TN before but I will try. Uncorking was a real challenge. The cork was crumbling, falling apart, making me worry that this bottle might not have been stored properly. Once I managed to get all of the cork out I poured a little into my glass. The colour was a light red/orange the nose was wonderful. A quick taste, nothing odd here, so into the decanter it went. Intitial impression was good. It was not full bodied yet there was the warm spice and fruitiness one expects in a good Barolo, however it was bit intense at first taste, and lacked balance. This needed a little air. 2 hours later....one would be able to taste a the fruity cherriness developing and with that... a nice spicy warmth, a longer finish that felt really fresh but the wine was still a little closed or something. After 4 hours in the decanter, I couldn't believe it was the same wine. The nose was still wonderful and fruity but the wine really balanced out, and seem more complete. It felt softer in the mouth still had a nice cherry, fuitiness with the same spiciness noted earlier, the finish was still very nice but longer...and with a nice subtle difference....a slight vanilla/banana like taste lingered. I noticed many similarities to other great Barolos but one difference. I couldn't really taste any oakiness. I am not sure why that is but I liked the difference enough that I purchased more, while it is still available, and added them to my collection. I guess the bad cork meant nothing at all, this time

Thanks for taking the time to write a TN and for sharing your experience!

I'm quite intrigued by the banana like taste.... Was it actually that sweet?

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Originally posted by Jochems:
Thanks for taking the time to write a TN and for sharing your experience!

I'm quite intrigued by the banana like taste.... Was it actually that sweet?

I was intrigued as well. I am no sommelier, please keep that in mind, and "banana" seems odd I am sure but it sure was persistent and quite enjoyable. I would love to try this Barolo with Prime Rib, medium rare.

• 1997 Alessandro Brero Barolo Poderi Roset - Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barolo (12/6/2008)
  5th Annual Truffle Dinner (Home, Toronto, Canada): Clear, medium-garnet colour. Aromas of currant, plum, cherry, meat, earth. Full-bodied, more jammy than the 1996, but still shows good acidity and balance. Black plums, vanilla, black cherry, black tea, and truffle notes on the palate. Moderate finish, ~30-35s, with black fruit and tea. I slightly preferred the 1996 version served alongside this wine with its red fruit and greater elegance. Drink over the next 3-5 years. (90 pts.)

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