2000 Barolo Brunate

This is a great showing for Marco Marengo and his 2000 Barolo Brunate, a wine that was not as consistently outstanding then as it is today. An open-knit bouquet melds seamlessly into layers of fruit. The French oak is still evident, but not excessively so. Early hints of tertiary complexity linger on the textured, inviting finish.

This is a great showing for Marco Marengo and his 2000 Barolo Brunate, a wine that was not as consistently outstanding then as it is today. An open-knit bouquet melds seamlessly into layers of fruit. The French oak is still evident, but not excessively so. Early hints of tertiary complexity linger on the textured, inviting finish. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2018.

As I have noted previously, the 2000 vintage offers wines that are amazingly open at this stage in their youths and most of these Brunate Barolos can be enjoyed today, although some wines may require more oxygenation. The wines were tasted blind and are listed in the order tasted. 2000 Marengo Barolo Brunate—Brooding at first, then turning soft and delicate, with excellent concentration and structure, with sensations of spices, minerals, eucalyptus and rich red fruit. A wine of much harmony, this is a delicate and understated Barolo.