The 2012 Barolo Monvigliero is beautifully layered, silky and expressive in the glass. Like many 2012s, the Monvigliero gives the impression it will drink well relatively early, as the aromatics are a touch forward. The classic Monvigliero texture comes through nicely, while beams of tannin extend the finish. Here, too, the wine is a touch compact. The Alessandria wines have traditionally aged very well. It will be interesting to see how the 2012 Monvigliero fares.

From a warm, less nuanced vintage, the 2012 Barolo Monvigliero maintains its profound sense of natural elegance and finesse. Those are indeed the trademark characteristics of this (single) vineyard in the Verduno township. The bouquet offers a mix of fruity tones, with plenty of blue flowers and mild spice folded within. Ultimately, this is a very graceful wine from a vintage that has produced flatter and more two-dimensional wines, generally speaking.