Barolo, Massara
    Castello di Verduno

    Barolo, Massara, 2016

    94/100
    Vinous
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      2016

      6x75cl

      DP

      £354.32

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    1. 2016

      6x75cl

      DP

      £335.12

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      6x75cl

      DP

      £347.12

    Justerini & Brooks Tasting note

    Instantly breathtaking. Such an open, vivid but serious nose sets the stage beautifully for a stunningly graceful, poised and high-toned palate. Delicate, precise, small wild strawberry and cherry fruit fused with notes of clove spice and stones. So elegant, lifted and aromatic but make no mistake this has backbone. A perfect balance of intensity and finesse – this wines has force but is evidenced more by the echoing brilliance of the finish than any kind of richness or brute power. Exquisite. A south-east facing vineyard of sandy clay and limestone from Verduno, a commune influenced by the close proximity to the river where there are big day/night temperature differences that help build up aroma in the wines. Aged for 33 months in large Austrian and Slavonian oak casks.

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    Critic Reviews

    94/100
    Antonio Galloni,
    Vinous
    The 2016 Barolo Massara is laced with crushed rose petal, mint, sage, licorice, spice and orange peel. Floral, savory and earthy notes give the 2016 striking aromatic presence to match its mid-weight personality. This classy, mid-weight Barolo has so much to offer. It will especially appeal to readers who enjoy firm, taut Barolos. This is such a gorgeous wine. Give it a few years to soften.
    drinking window 2023 - 2031
    date of review 02/2021

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    Specifications

    Country:
    Italy
    Region:
    Piedmont
    Appellation:
    Barolo
    style:
    Red Wine
    Grape Variety:
    Nebbiolo
    abv:
    14.5%

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