This is the second vintage released, and fruit for this wine comes from the Terlo cru (in the comune of Barolo). The site sees south-facing slopes and measures a mere 0.17-hectares in size (and is owned by Luca Roagna's girlfriend). The 2014 Barolo del Comune di Barolo makes a terrific edition to the family portfolio that lacked a classic, entry-level Barolo, although the potential here is to be more than that. This wine reveals grace and inner poise, with a sweet note of cherry or candied licorice that is followed by spice, smoke and tar. I could see this wine developing in the future to become a single-vineyard expression from Terlo. Production is a mere 1,176 bottles.

Aromas of rose, truffle, moist soil and new leather mingle together on this earthy yet elegant red. On the tight, tense palate, racy acidity and taut, graceful tannins support red cherry, pomegranate and licorice. Drink 2021-2026.

A mix of sweet wood smoke, eucalyptus, mint, plum and iron flavors are the hallmarks of this sinewy red. Persistent, remaining balanced through the lingering aftertaste, this is in it for the long haul. Best from 2023 through 2047. 100 cases made.

The 2014 Barolo del Comune di Barolo is a gorgeous entry-level wine in Luca Roagna's range. Sweet spice, tobacco, dried rose petal, orange peel, menthol and pine give the 2014 a distinctly balsamic profile that is hugely appealing. Medium in body, yet potent and classically austere (as these wines tend to be), the 2014 is supremely delicious. The bouquet alone is incredibly enticing. The Barolo del Comune di Barolo is made entirely from a small parcel in the Terlo cru, but Luca Roagna does not own the site, so he prefers to bottle it under the village designation rather than as a vineyard designate. The 2014 is a real overachiever in its peer group for the year. I loved it.