CORDERO DI MONTEZEMOLO BAROLO MONFALLETTO 1996 Stock: 73425 Make no mistake, 1996 was an amazing vintage for Barolo and to find one this good, at this price, really is a rare treat. Daniel Thomases of The Wine Advocate in the August 2005 Issue..."Any 1996 Barolo from better producers still floating around should obviously be snapped up immediately." "The greatness of the 1996 vintage is obvious in the saturated ruby/purple colors of Cordero's wines. The 1996 Barolo Monfalletto reveals lots of mineral and new saddle leather scents in addition to black raspberries, cherries, tar, and rose petals. Extremely full-bodied, with new oak coming through in the flavors, this powerful, multi-dimensional, sensational Barolo should offer thrilling drinking after a decade of cellaring. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2025." 91-93 pts R. Parker "Fabulous. Intense aromas of fresh roses, with balsamic and cherry notes, introduce this full-bodied, muscular Barolo. It's thick and rich, with velvety tannins and a long, chocolaty, meaty finish. Best after 2005." 93 pts Wine Spectator n/a