Asda, Extra Special Barolo, Barolo, Piedmont, Italy, 2012

87
Tasted by: James Button
(at Mary Ward House, London, 03 May 2017)
Drinking Window: 2017 - 2020
A reasonable entry into Barolo for under £15, with aromas of dried fruit and raisins. In the mouth there is some slightly creamy dried fruit framed by subtle, fine tannins. It finishes on a spicy note from the 24 months spent in oak.
Producer
Asda
Brand
Extra Special Barolo
Vintage
2012
Wine Type
Still
Colour
Red
Country
Italy
Region
Appellation
Barolo
Sweetness
Dry
Closure
Natural Cork
Alcohol
14.50%
Body
Medium
Oak
Oaked
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