title: Pier 2009 Rio Sordo Riserva  (Barbaresco)
description: This opens with earthy aromas of underbrush, truffle, leather, scorched earth and a whiff of baked plum. The dense, rather evolved palate shows dried black cherry, clove, star anise and the warmth of alcohol while bracing tannins grip the finish. Drink through 2019.
variety: Nebbiolo
designation: Rio Sordo Riserva