Barolo DOCG Riserva

This 2014 Barolo has a refined and elegant nose that is driven by high-toned red fruits such as strawberries and dried currants. The wafting nature of this wine results in aromas phasing in and out of perception, as dried roses, herbs and crushed rock mingle with the fruit notes. The palate has benefited from extended aging and the wine's structure makes this wine enjoyable now and into the future Drink from 2023–2030.

Aromas of rose petal, leather and black-skinned berry emerge from the glass. The polished, balanced palate offers Morello cherry, licorice and a balsamic note alongside fine-grained tannins. Drink through 2033.

If you want to try an aged Barolo but aren't sure if you can afford it, look no further than Bel Colle. The name, which translates to beautiful hill, is a reference to the stunning vineyards in Barolo's Verduno region that the Nebbiolo grapes for this wine are sourced from. Winery director Luca Bosio and Mario Albrito coax the wine into an expressive, age-worthy expression. It has beautiful aromas of rose petals and leather with hints of ripe cranberries and earth. The palate is expertly balanced with well-integrated tannins and elegant fruit supported by an even acidity. This wine has seen over a decade of aging and is a wonderful representation of the joy that can be found in a bottle of Barolo. And for just over 60 dollars, it's a must-buy.

A formidable, polished red, that offers cherries drenched in cinnamon and sweet tobacco. Rose petals smolder in dusty cocoa tannins, tangled with a juicy finish.