1982 Scarpa, Barolo, Tettimora (RT92) Showing a deeper, ruby garnet shade than its partner in this flight (1967 Prunotto, Barolo, Riserva), it delivers a decidedly fresh bouquet of violets, black cherries, and aromatic cedar. The palate reflects a more austere style of Barolo with lean, taut fruit, but this is very nicely balanced and is now in its peak drinking window. This built a serious head of steam in the glass and was terrific by the time we neared the end of the flight. Scarpa crafted some finely structured wine in this period of the winery’s history. Drink now-2027
