When first opened, the warmth of the vintage was readily apparent. ... a bit too up front and slightly disjointed. Fast forward to dinner and full exposure to air 4 hours later, the noble Cascina Francia pedigree comes into focus.
Very elegant for the vintage. With extended aeration, the lush fruit balances out with the impeccably classic tar and roses notes on the palate.
It's the underlying vein of minerality that completes the picture and makes this wine impossible to resist.
The nose that was at first a tad stewed upon opening the bottle but then settles into pleasing floral aromatics (not overpowering).
Always the sign of a great Barolo, the last of it is gone and it is just getting better and better. A great bargain at current market prices.
Paired with grilled octopus as first course and bone-in veal chop with sautéed veggies for main course.
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