Bruno Giacosa, Barolo Croera Morra Vintage:2004 with chocolate shavings

with chocolate shavings

with the result that the wine is not at all overly oaky

As outstanding as this magnum is

and it's rich and supple despite the underlying tannins

Bruno Giacosa, Barolo Croera Morra Vintage:2004 with chocolate shavingsBruno Giacosa's 2004 Barolo Croera is an excellent choice for drinking over the next decade or so. A pretty, understated wine, the Croera offers lovely balance in a feminine style that is typical of La Morra. Rose petal, mint, sage, crushed raspberries and anise shape the aromatic, mid weight finish. If opened today, the 2004 needs a bit of air to soften the tannins a touch. The Croera is the one and only Barolo Bruno Giacosa made from La Morra.