Full ruby-red. Deep, vinous aromas of dark fruits, licorice, menthol, white truffle and underbrush; less reserved than the Conca but still quite primary. Lush on entry, then big, sweet and rich, with liqueur-like ripeness and great mouthfilling texture. But this is also quite youthful and laid-back, and possesses superb backbone. Finishes with terrific length and noble, horizontal tannins that spread out to saturate the palate. These 2001s promise to be the best set of Barolos to date from this producer.