FYI on this steamy day.  Essential info pasted below but the formatting is blech - so best to follow the link over to Decanter.

Cheers,
Jim


http://www.decanter.com/wine-reviews-tastings/underrated-barolo-crus-five-wines-to-try-291494/

Lesser-known Barolo crus at a glance

Serralunga d’Alba
Prapò Powerful wines, firm tannins, typical Serralunga terroir.
Margheria More fragrant and less tannic than a typical Serralunga Barolo.
Parafada Classic Serralunga power and structure; built for the long haul.
Meriame Rich black fruit, firm tannins; powerful Serralunga style that ages well.
Lazzarito Big tannic structure, pepper and tar notes; austere wines requiring lengthy ageing.

Monforte d’Alba
Ginestra Typical Monforte power and firm tannins along with expressive red fruit.

Novello
Ravera Elegant, fresh, graceful Barolos in a Burgundian style.

Castiglione Falletto
Villero Minerality and floral notes; delicate red spice; medium to full.

Verduno
Monvigliero Long-lived wines with graceful tannins; floral perfume with notes of red cherry and strawberry.

Barolo
Bricco delle Viole Floral with elegant tannins and bright fruit; peak at 20 years.

La Morra
Conca Wild fruit flavours, distinct balsamic notes; very good acidity; great longevity

Underrated Barolo crus: Five wines to try

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Castello di Verduno Riserva 2008
Castello di Verduno, Riserva, Barolo 2008
Dried cherry, date and cedar aromas with subtle wood notes...

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Ceretto Prapò 2010
Ceretto, Prapò Barolo 2010
Red cherry and tar notes, this is youthful, with slightly bitter tannins...

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Massolino Margheria 2011
Massolino, Margheria Barolo 2011
Red cherry and talcum powder aromas...

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Elvio Cogno Ravera 2011
Elvio Cogno, Ravera, Barolo 2011
The classic Cogno Ravera Barolo. Medium- to full bodied...

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Ettore Germano Prapò 2011
Ettore Germano, Prapò, Barolo 2011
Aromas of currant, tobacco and tar...

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Read more at http://www.decanter.com/wine-reviews-tastings/underrated-barolo-crus-five-wines-to-try-291494/#h7CyYui7MQKRmWEZ.99

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