Michele Chiarlo Barolo Tortoniano 2015 Bottle:1 The palate entry accentuates the

The palate entry accentuates the oak-barrel sweetness while the midpalate adds succulent notes of cream

but also has the potential to age beautifully over the next several years

white peppercorn and lime zest bound from the glass

This dark ruby colored Merlot from Washington state opens with an appealing mild blueberry bouquet with a hint of cherry-cola and red raspberry

Michele Chiarlo Barolo Tortoniano 2015 Bottle:1 The palate entry accentuates theThe 2015 Michele Chiarlo Barolo Tortoniano shows layered aromas of rose petals, juniper berries and fine spices. On the palate the acidity is balanced and the tannins are silky, leading to a long finish. Violet, rose, ripe berry and minty aromas mingle with earthy whiffs of truffle, leather and game. The delicious, juicy palate doles out fleshy Marasca cherry, crushed black raspberry, licorice and tobacco framed in chewy, fine grained tannins.