01 Sperss and Bricco Delle Viole

2001 Gaja Sperss:

Garnet. Anise, tar, rich and intense nose. Leather and tobacco, ripe morellos. Fresh acidity, high of ripe tannins. Full bodied for (mostly) Nebbiolo, rich and a bit sweet, fruity, tannic backbone, long and very anise finish. 93

2001 Vajra Barolo Bricco Delle Viole:

Ruby, garnet rim. Liquorice, tar, ever so slightly floral and ripe plums. Fresh and high acidity, ripe tannins, lively and fresh with air, needed and hour to come around. Fruity but also elegant and balanced for Barolo, drops quickly in the finish to return with a fuller aftertaste, long. 92