Giovanni Manzone, Barolo Gramolere Vintage:2004 50% Pinot Noir from Montagne

50% Pinot Noir from Montagne de Reims and Vallée de la Marne

Radiant acidity gives rise to high hopes for a long life expectancy

yet the overall impression is rather one of refinement

cherry and tobacco hold court as the dense structure peeks through the minerally finish

An exuberantly fresh and spicy nose combines notes of cherry and dark currant with those of plum

Giovanni Manzone, Barolo Gramolere Vintage:2004 50% Pinot Noir from MontagneGorgeous aromas of ripe fruit, spices and light cedar. Full bodied, with silky tannins and a long finish. This is balanced and wonderfully made, with great concentration. Great value too. Best after 2007. 850 cases made. JS