The 2004 Barolo Riserva Bricco Boschis Vigna San Giuseppe comes across as decidedly powerful and broad-shouldered next to the Vignolo. A wall of massive tannins makes it hard to see through to the wine’s potential but with air the multiple dimensions of its personality begin to open up. Dark fruit, tar, mint, pine and a host of other spiced, balsamic aromas and flavors make an appearance on the large-scaled, dramatic finish. The 2004 San Giuseppe is an utterly mind-blowing, dramatic Barolo from Cavallotto. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2034. 96 points Wine Advocate # 193 Feb 2011
This bears the textbook "tar and roses" flavor profile, backed by some gripping tannins. A big wine, powerful and intense, this grabs your attention with its tobacco, spice and mineral aftertaste. It still has some way to go before the tannins soften. Long aftertaste. Best from 2013 through 2028. 94 points, Wine Spectator Advance, Jan 5, 2011 | 
