The Michele Chiarlo 2018 Barolo Cerequio opens to a pretty lacework of aromas with smaller berry fruits, crushed stone, rusty nail, pressed lilac or blue flower and a dusting of spicy licorice powder. The bouquet is vertical and tight, leading to a very precise succession of varietal tones that flavor the wine's polished finish. The Cerequio has ample power as well, with etched tannins that grip this Nebbiolo firmly to the palate.
BOW (8.50)
Winespectator (94)
This red reveals enticing cherry and berry flavors, along with floral and underbrush notes, all underlined by a mineral element and firm, well-integrated tannins. Supple in texture and lingers with an aftertaste echoing cherry and strawberry fruit.
Jancis Robinson (17)
La Morra. Mid ruby. Quite pure and focused with shy cherry fruit and hints of black tea leaves. Pure and gentle on the palate with a fine acidic nerve running through the ripe fruit. Soft, grainy but persistent tannins on the finish. Long, gentle sappy and elegant on the finish and finely balanced. Ready now. (WS)
Wine Enthusiast (96)
Forest berries, underbrush, rose and menthol aromas lead the nose along with a potpourri of varied spices. Hailing from La Morra in one of the denomination's top sites, the palate is a stunning combination of structure and finesse, delivering small red berries, baking spices and the vineyard's iconic minty accents framed in silky tannins. Licorice notes lingers on the finish.
