The medium-bodied palate delivers supple tannins and a fine bead of acidity

Grasso's 2013 Barolo Ginestra Casa Matè is powerful

How far above still remains to be seen

it needs short-term cellaring but should be just about immortal in the cellar

Insignia is especially silky

Jean Grivot, Nuits Saint Georges Boudots Vintage:2018 The medium-bodied palate delivers supple(from 70+ year old vines). Here the wood treatment isnt subtle though neither is it sufficient to overshadow the wonderfully fresh and layered nose of blue pinot fruit, cassis, earth and broad range of spice elements. The mouthfeel of the broad shouldered flavors is equally seductive and even sleeker but despite the generous midpalate there is solid muscle and a firm core of tannins supporting the powerful and driving finish. As big as this is, it