Boffa
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Boffa 2005 Casot Nebbiolo (Barbaresco)
- $48
An added layer of wood spice and toasted oak gives this expression of Nebbiolo rounder and softer appeal. The concentration is also denser and the wine imparts plush cherry notes followed by tight tannins and a squeaky, polished mouthfeel. Drink after 2012.
— M.L.
(4/1/2009)
Boffa 2005 Vitalotti Nebbiolo (Barbaresco)
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- $45
This wine offers a direct and immediate delivery of aromas that hits the nose in an intense and vertical fashion. The bouquet consists of dried apple skin, black currant, old spice, cola, licorice, soapy lavender and road tar. It’s softer than the 2004 vintage and ends with a blast of sour cherry on the close.
— M.L.
(4/1/2009)
Boffa 2004 Casot Nebbiolo (Barbaresco)
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- $48
Earthy mineral tones are backed by blackberry, licorice, cassis and currant berries to shape an intense but traditional Barbaresco. The mouthfeel is smooth yet firm and compact thanks to the solid nature of its tannins. Drink this wine no later than 2018.
— M.L.
(4/1/2009)
Boffa 2004 Vitalotti Nebbiolo (Barbaresco)
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- $45
Executed in a traditional style, Carlo Boffa’s Vitalotti offers aromas of blackberry, red apple and dried apricot followed by spice, black slate, pencil shaving and talc powder. The mineral component is strong and adds elegance and intensity. Drink this wine with salty foods such as fried vegetables or seasoned ham.
— M.L.
(4/1/2009)
Boffa 2006 Nebbiolo (Langhe)
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- $18
Aged 12 months in large oak casks, this bright Nebbiolo offers pretty aromas of small berry, tar, licorice and cigar smoke backed by tight intensity and structure. Pair this powerful wine with braised quail or pork tenderloin.
— M.L.
(9/1/2011)
Boffa 2007 Dolcetto (Dolcetto d'Alba)
- $15
There’s a pretty sweet spice element to the nose that offsets the bright fruit tones of this vibrant Dolcetto made by Carlo Boffa. The wine follows through to the palate with well-balanced acidity, a smooth texture and a slightly sour note on the close.
— M.L.
(4/1/2010)
Boffa 2006 Buschet Barbera (Barbera d'Alba)
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From vintner Carlo Boffa, this earthy Barbera from the 2006 vintage seems to have reached and passed its prime. Cured meat and Graham cracker aromas segue to pressed violets and candied fruit.
— M.L.
(9/1/2010)
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