Barolo, Arborina, 2007

The clay-dominated concave vineyard of Arborina produces deep, dense structured and very profound La Morra Barolo. This is one of the greatest examples we have ever tasted from this estate, floral and very precise aromas of violet and ripe berries, a smooth, svelte but dense tannic structure supports ripe mineral-infused cherry, bramble, cassis and Victoria plum fruit. Though there is plenty of muscle here, it is the beautifully scented characteristics of fruit and flowers that dominate the palate, whilst the finish betrays a gentle hint of coffee bean and truffle complexity. Excellent.