Barolo and Barbaresco

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Both wines are similar in that they're both from the Piedmont district of Italy and they're both made from the Nebbiolo grape. As for vintages, 1996 through 2000 are all very good years with 1998 probably the best of the lot. Be prepared to spend the bucks for wines from the better producers, and be prepared to let them sit in the cellar for 5, 10 or more years to let their huge tannins resolve.