Davide Rosso's 2008 Barolo La Serra has more depth and sheer power than the other two Baroli in this lineup. Dark cherries, incense, tobacco and smoke wrap around a juicy, expressive core of fruit as the wine opens up over time. The finish is beautiful in the way the intense tannins add notable tension and vibrancy to the soft, plush fruit. Another few years will only help the tannins integrate further.

Davide Rosso's 2008 Barolo La Serra has more depth and sheer power than the other two Baroli in this lineup. Dark cherries, incense, tobacco and smoke wrap around a juicy, expressive core of fruit as the wine opens up over time. The finish is beautiful in the way the intense tannins add notable tension and vibrancy to the soft, plush fruit. Another few years will only help the tannins integrate further. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2028. AG

This cherry-, leather-, licorice- and earth-flavored red is loaded with mineral elements, from the iron-tinged aroma to the chalky finish. Taut and balanced, with a firm underpinning of tannins. Best from 2016 through 2032. BS

Lots of colour development. Mid ruby with a rusty rim. Light but alluring, and growing, leaf-mould nose. Sappy fruit and then a suitably muscular framework. Certainly not plump but very correct with a dry finish. Attractive lift and life.