2000 Elio Grasso Barolo Ginestra "Casa Mate"

I grilled veal chops before the weather hit and opened a bottle of 2000 Eli o Grasso Barolo Ginestra "Casa Mate". I didn't have a decanter handy but I did open it an hour before serving and poured a glass upon opening. Mediu m ruby with a hint of brick in the color. Very fragrant nose of red cherri es,flowers, exotic spices and chamomile tea. Fairly upfront flavors of tar t cherry, red raspberry, earthy minerals and cinnamon. The wine was still fairly tannic in an old style Barolo way but quite enjoyable and at under $