Oddero, Barolo Mondoca di Bussia Soprana (tattered labels), 1995 SO013025 Ludes 2023s with some Irouléguy-specific strains that

with some Irouléguy-specific strains that make this wine unique even within its category

or gifting to someone just getting into Scotch

The result is a blender's white rum rather than a neutral one

and polished

a grape so delicate and fine that most producers treat it as everyday refreshment

Oddero, Barolo Mondoca di Bussia Soprana (tattered labels), 1995 SO013025 Ludes 2023s with some Irouléguy-specific strains thatA 1995 Barolo from Mondoca, a tiny parcel at the top of Bussia Soprana that yields only around 3,500 bottles. Oddero, a historic estate based in La Morra now run by the Oddero women, made this the traditional way: a long maceration and three years in big old oak botti, no shortcuts. Thirty years on, the Nebbiolo has moved fully into its tertiary register, tar and dried rose, balsamic, sweet leather. Honest note: this bottle's labels are tattered and