Description
The Massolino Barolo from the 2020 harvest is a fine red wine from the Piedmont region of Italy, crafted entirely from Nebbiolo grapes, renowned for its elegance and complexity. It has potential for both immediate enjoyment and aging.
Tasting Notes:
The wine presents a bright ruby-garnet hue. Its bouquet is a harmonious blend of floral aromas—such as roses and violets—complemented by raspberries and strawberries, along with hints of nutmeg, leather, and licorice, set against a balsamic and mineral backdrop. On the palate, it is full-bodied and well-structured, with fine, silky tannins and a balanced acidity that promises excellent aging potential.
Serving & Food Pairing:
It is best to decant and serve it at temperatures between 18-20°C. This Barolo pairs excellently with red meats, particularly game, and dishes featuring truffles. It also complements fresh egg pasta with meat sauce, risotto, and medium-matured cow's milk and goat's milk cheeses.
Massolino is a historic family-run winery in Barolo, Piedmont, founded in 1896. Known for producing high-quality Barolo wines, it focuses on traditional winemaking methods and vineyards in prestigious Barolo crus like Margheria and Serralunga d'Alba. The winery is renowned for its elegance, structure, and long aging potential of its Nebbiolo-based wines.
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Reviews
James Suckling: Granted 94 points, appreciating its "bright and lively red fruit character with dried flowers, stones and hints of tree resin," and "fine tannins and a linear finish."
Kerin O'Keefe: Assigned 93 points, highlighting its "smooth, savory and already accessible" profile, featuring flavors of strawberry compote, blood orange, and licorice, with "lithe, refined tannins and fresh acidity."
Jancis Robinson MW: Scored 17.5/20, noting its "firm, serious minerally nose with cherry laced with oatmeal notes and iodine hints," and a "juicy, compact cherry with spectacular, chewy tannins."
Antonio Galloni, Vinous: Awarded 90 points, describing it as a "terrific wine in its peer group," with aromas of pine, cedar, sweet pipe tobacco, and crushed herbs.