2008 - Barolo Cannubi Boschis, Luciano Sandrone

The 2008 Barolo Cannubi Boschis, from Sandrone's library release program, is very, very young. It is also interesting to taste the 2008 today, as it was made during a time in which the wines were more overt and had greater French oak influence. The dark cherry, spice, leather and menthol notes are just beginning to show the first signs of the development that takes place in bottle. Even so, the 2008 remains fresh and silky, with quite a bit of power and textural breadth and reserve.

Lacklustre mid ruby beginning to show some age. Minerally and with hints of Moroccan leather, but very fine. Very polished, almost sleek on palate, but finish is in full grip of big tannin. Wait. (WS)