Maura Sebaste Barolo Brunate - 2001 & 2004

WINE TALK
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These were my first Sebaste wines … but won’t be my last.

2004 Mauro Sebaste Barolo Brunate - Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barolo (5/19/2009)
Wow this is drinking well now. Amazing aromatics. Dried cherries, wood, earth, flowers and spice. So much going on. On the second night there was a herbaceous thing going on as well. I loved how this wine had an abundance of fruit with out any over ripe elements. On the first night the finish was clipped by the tannin but in a good way. There is no denying the fruit and acid. Despite the tannins this wine can be enjoyed all on its own while still being the anti cocktail. On the second night the finish had extended another 20 seconds. (95 pts.)

2001 Mauro Sebaste Barolo Brunate - Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barolo (5/15/2009)
Laura and I closed out our anniversary night by popping this and having a small glass. I know nothing about how this wine is made but there seemed to be some whole cluster. Aromatically it was slightly toasty as well. The aromatics were very nice. Spicy and earthy. The wine has a beautiful texture to go with the fruit, herbs and minerals. Solid tannin that goes on and on. Ripe yet elegant. On the second night I just wrote a small note, “Wow … I am sorry but this fricken rocks!” A great wine. I am a new fan of Sebaste. 38 bucks well spent! (94 pts.)

Cheers,

Jason

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Very interesting to read, and quite timely, I might add. A drinking buddy of mine was contacted by the people of Mauro Sebaste looking for a local distributor of their wines. That friend met with them in Milan early this month and brought back some of their wines for us to consider.

We’ve not tried them yet, so this is a good primer. I believe we have some '04s.

Thanks,

N

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I look forward to you thoughts.

J

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I wish I could find some '01 somewhere online…38 bucks???

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winex has the Prapo for $37.