Georges Mugneret Gibourg, Nuits Saint Georges Chaignots other_regions_italy The 2000 Barolo Bric del

The 2000 Barolo Bric del Fiasc (magnum) explodes onto the palate with layers of raspberry jam

Readers should expect a mid-weight

there is excellent vibrancy and punch to the intensely mineralinflected medium weight flavors that possess fine delineation and a lovely sense of underlying tension on the complex

especially for a release from what is widely considered a so-so vintage for Champagne

with no trace of overripeness

Georges Mugneret Gibourg, Nuits Saint Georges Chaignots other_regions_italy The 2000 Barolo Bric delSubtle but not invisible wood frames the violet, spice and earth suffused cassis and plum scented nose. The velvety and exceptionally rich flavors possess a different and more seductive texture than usual if perhaps a bit less minerality, all wrapped in a firm, serious and youthfully austere finish. Patience required but this is very promising.