Francesco Rinaldi, Barolo Brunate, 2010

The same great Brunate cru from Francesco Rinaldi, this time in the celebrated 2010 vintage, one of Barolo's finest in a generation. The family farms this powerful La Morra-Barolo border vineyard the traditional way, with no new oak and long aging in large Slavonian casks. Brunate is known for marrying depth and power with brilliant balance, and 2010's combination of structure and freshness suits it perfectly. Younger and tighter than the 2006, this still has a long life ahead. Give it air now, or tuck it away for further reward.