The 2001 Barolo Riserva Bricco Boschis Vigna San Giuseppe is a great choice for readers who can be patient. Freshly cut flowers, mint, spices and violets are some of the many notes that flow from this structured, powerful Barolo. The 2001 remains virile and incredibly youthful in its personality. Sweet balsamic notes develop in the glass, adding considerable depth and nuance. The San Giuseppe is a jewel of a wine with a bright, bright future. Today it is stunningly beautiful.

(from a warmer portion of Boschis) Full deep red. Musky red fruits, mocha and earth on the nose. Sweet, moderately complex and pliant on the palate, with liqueur-like red fruit flavors supported by sound backbone. A menthol note on the finish gives the wine a firm impression. Rather backward wine, but the tannins are ripe.