Coursodon, Saint-Joseph Silice Rouge other_regions but the Barbarescos and Barolos

but the Barbarescos and Barolos are the highlights

While so many other 2008 Barolos are built on perfume and grace

and the harvest started the latest of all vintages

Lots of toasty oak on the back end but this is in balance with the fruit that drives the palate

Coursodon, Saint-Joseph Silice Rouge other_regions but the Barbarescos and BarolosThe classically styled 2017 Saint Joseph Silice aged in wood but in well used barrels, so it still sings with violets, blackberries and cracked pepper. It is on the full bodied side of the ledger, supple, lush and creamy, with hints of dark chocolate and warmth on the finish. Tasted twice (once blind), with consistent notes.