2005 Barolo DOCG, Az. Agr. Cascina Fontana, Piedmont

'More savoury red cherry perfumed than the darker fruited 2004, the 2005 vintage was characterised by a mild summer and the threat of rain at harvest time. Mario's 2005 Barolo, a traditional blend of four vineyards Gallinotto, Pozzo, Villero & Valletti, remains unflustered, a deliciously svelte, delicate, gentle, supremely elegant & understated cherry stone wine that captures the vintage perfectly, supporting his philosophy of blending vineyards together to make one Barolo. Still primary, this wine will continue to unfurl over the next 10 years, till 2020. Lamb cutlets would go well.
(David Berry Green, BBR Buyer)

Sashaying with feminine perfume and wild strawberries. Like their 2006, this has been made with a very light touch. The fruit has a gossamer quality, but there is nothing thin about it. Tight and sinewy tannins, very defined but far from bludgeoning. White pepper on a long finish.
(Tamlyn Currin - jancisrobinson.com - 25 Mar 2010)