2020 Massolino Barbaresco
Grape
Nebbiolo
Its Origins
Massolino are among the foremost Barolo producers, with deep history in Serralunga d'Alba. Giovanni Massolino founded the estate in 1896 and was also the first to bring electricity to his village. Son Guiseppe and daughter Angela were likewise ahead of their time, in 1934 extending holdings in what are now regarded as some of Barolo's best crus - Margheria, Parafada and Vigna Rionda. Whilst channelling their tradition, Massolino also utilise the heavier clay soils of Serralunga to bring a satisfying breadth, density and structure to their Barolo’s - which, balanced against their extreme refinement and expressive clarity - make them almost incomparable for the price.
What The Critics Say
94/100 Vinous, Antonio Galloni
“The 2020 Barbaresco is a terrific follow up to the 2019. A wine of nerve and grace, the 2020 sizzles with energy. Finely sculpted red/purplish fruit, lavender, spice, crushed rocks and orange zest all grace this super-expressive, mid-weight Barbaresco. An explosion of sweet floral and spice notes lifts the gorgeous, beautifully perfumed, vibrant finish. I love the classicism here. Vineyard sites are Starderi, Albesani and Serraboella." Drink 2025 - 2040
17/20 JancisRobinson.com, Walter Speller
"Neive. Lustrous mid ruby. Quite closed on the nose with just a suggestion of dark spice and ripe cherry and just a hint of Band-Aid. Supple, elegant and with minerally notes and bags of chewy tannins. Cool-climate style. 14% Drink 2023 – 2028"
92/100 Parkers Wine Advocate, Monica Larner
"The Massolino 2020 Barbaresco is slightly closed at this young stage and needs a little more time in bottle. You do get soft cherry and wild cassis with crushed stone and blue flower. It just needs more time to come together. Production is an ample 20,000 bottles. Drink 2024-2035"
| Variety | Nebbiolo |
|---|---|
| Region | Piedmont |
| Closure | Cork |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Maturity | 2023 - 2040 |
This Wine Goes Well With
Taste
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