Giovanni Corino, Barolo Giachini Vintage:2003 While not quite at its

While not quite at its usual level this is certainly a fine effort in the context of the vintage

The 2001 Barolo Sarmassa (magnum) flows onto the palate with crushed rose petals

moderately austere and focused finale

setting this wine up for a pairing with hearty winter dishes

Giovanni Corino, Barolo Giachini Vintage:2003 While not quite at itsCorino's 2003 Barolo is fresher on the palate than it is on the bouquet, where the aromatics are a bit more forward. This is a pretty Barolo that should stay at a plateau of maturity for at least a few years. In this tasting, the Giachini is not as impressive as it has been in the past. I would not be surprised if this is a less than perfect example. Antonio Galloni