The 2000 Barolo La Serra is just starting to show early hints of tertiary complexity. Sweet herbs, tobacco, licorice and worn-in leather add considerable complexity to a core of powerful dark fruit. The La Serra possesses remarkable depth and nuance, with initial Syrah-like notes that melt into an endless, layered Barolo of exceptional elegance. This is a great La Serra.

The 2000 Barolo La Serra, with a bit less color than the Brunate, brings up the intensity level with a more penetrating nose and with flavors with a certain tannic clout. It will take a bit more time to come around, and can be drunk between 2006 and 2017. Importer: Winebow, Hohokus, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620

The 2000 Barolo La Serra, with a bit less color than the Brunate, brings up the intensity level with a more penetrating nose and with flavors with a certain tannic clout. It will take a bit more time to come around, and can be drunk between 2006 and 2017

Bright red-ruby. Aromas of cherry, maple syrup, iron, brown spices and roasted oak. Sweet, lush and fruit-driven, with a distinctly roasted aspect and suggestions of exotic fruits. Not hugely vibrant but very concentrated. Finishes with jammy fruit and rich, chocolatey tannins.