Segni di Langa Barolo N.I.C.B.A.R.R. 2020
NICBARR = Name In Code Bricco Ambroggio Ravera Roere di Santa Maria

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The 2020 Barolo Segni di Langa is an outstanding wine from Gian Luca Colombo. Pliant and open-knit, the 2020 is attractive right out of the gate. Translucent red-toned fruit, orange peel, spice, leather and tobacco all meld together effortlessly. The 2020 is a blend taken from Bricco Ambrogio, Roere di Santa Maria and Ravera, all very good sites, but perhaps not the very best sites. At times, the Segni di Langa reminds me of the traditionally made Barolos of the 1990s. The aromatics aren't perfectly focused and there are some slight imperfections from the wood, and yet those qualities somehow add to the wine's allure. This bottling has the potential to be exceptional in future vintages. Drinking Window: 2025 - 2035

Our Tasting Note: Medium ruby core, lighter pink edge. The nose is med+ and grows, crushed rose petals, truffle, red cherry, raspberry, red currants, blood orange zest, and subtle notes of tar. Texturally finessed and classic at the same time, really a unique expression all his own. Tannins are med+ to firm, ripe, long and youthful, well structured but in harmony for this age. A long, fresh finish closes it out.