Massolino calls the subregion of Serralunga home. It is perhaps the most heralded area in the Barolo region. The wines here are darker in colour and most intense, yet lifted and very drinkable due to the silky tannins. Massolino owns plots in the famous vineyards of Vigna Rionda, Parafada, and Margheria. The 'Barolo' labeled wine consists of fruit from these and additional vineyards which does not go into the single vineyard wines.
This 2010 Massolino Barolo is an absolute delight. The thought crossed my mind, why would I drink anything else?
The bouquet consists of fresh floral and perfumed notes, and is a little smoky.
On the palate, intense red fruits deliver a layered mouthfeel, perfectly balanced with vivid acidity. The wine dances on the palate. Silky tannins round out the beautiful texture. At 12 years old and under cork, this wine is a baby, and will further develop complex secondary flavours in the years to come.
Score: 96/+++
3 comments:
Great review. It'll be interesting how the 2016 vintage compares at that age given its plaudits. I've got 2 of the Massolino stashed away to test out haha.
Nebbiolo is a brilliant grape when handled well, for me, my favourite red in recent times. Some beautiful expressions coming from Australia too. Not quite at Barolo level but testing it more each year imo, worth checking out!
Hi Zamantan,
I was not so impressed with some other vintages of this wine in the past. However, we are all looking forward to the 2016s. Please make sure to give the wine at least 10 years.
I agree, Australian Nebbiolos are getting better, but still not the real thing.
You can enjoy them younger too depending on the producer though it needs a solid decant. Opened a Maretti '16 for a bbq and had decanted for 3+ hours. Drank quite well and was well received by all.
But take your point more time needed that's why I've stashed a few away.
The Australian ones are ... different. Some ape Alpine style (lambert, yarra producers), others langhe nebbiolo. Also some fascinating blends, castagna nebbiolo/syrah is 65/35 and just gorgeous for example.
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