2010 | Famiglia Anselma Mosconi | Barolo Pazo de Senorans expressing notes of dried roses

expressing notes of dried roses

the fruit only emerging slowly

Dry and crunchy

cloves and cinnamon lifted by hints of fresh mint

The palate shows more savory carob and cocoa bean elements

2010 | Famiglia Anselma Mosconi | Barolo Pazo de Senorans expressing notes of dried rosesA 16 year old Barolo from one of Monforte's most prestigious crus. Mosconi is a south facing slope on the eastern edge of Monforte d'Alba, known for producing structured, age worthy Barolo with rose petal, tar, and dried cherry profile. The 2010 vintage is legendary in Piedmont long, cool growing season, exceptional structure, wines built to last 30+ years. Anselma is a smaller, family run producer that's been working Mosconi for decades. At 16 years