This Barolo is made from selected grapes from 4 plots in the heart of the Monvigliero vineyard in Verduno, where the vines grow in a light, chalky clay soil on south-facing slopes at an altitude of 250 metres. After gentle fermentation, the wine is aged in large new French oak barrels for 32 months and 6 months in the bottle. The result is an extremely charming Barolo with a beautiful ruby red color, fruity aromas with floral hints and elegant underlying notes of black pepper, clove and crushed limestone, characteristic of Monvigliero's terroir. The wine has a lovely silky smooth structure in the mouth. The spicy and mineral notes are echoed in the delicate flavor with fresh, ripe red berry fruit.
Country of Origin:
Italy
Region / Appelation / Cru:
Piedmont / Barolo / Monvigliero
Certification:
DOCG
Grape Varieties:
100% Nebbiolo
Vintage:
2016
Alcohol:
14%
Producer:
Terre del Barolo
Ratings:
Decanter (93pts): This is the top label of the huge Terre del Barolo cooperative which for some years has made up to seven Barolos from members who adhere to a strict protocol. One of the cooperative's best 2016s was from Monvigliero in Verduno, a site with complex marl soils. The nose, with sumptuous raspberry fruit, is very ripe and oaky without being jammy. The attack is silky, concentrated and elegant, with lifted and pure fruit. It's not a weighty style, but it has persistence and should age well. The Barolo from Rocche di Castiglione is of comparable quality.
James Suckling (94pts): A powerful, rich red with plum, hazelnut and chocolate aromas and flavors. It’s focused and structured with red fruit, light vanilla and strong tannins. Needs time to soften.
Robert Parker (91pts)
Wine Spectator (94pts): This chameleon-like red is supple, complex and enticing, featuring a mix of camphor, mint and Aqua Velva aromas, with the second whiff showing pure roses. Cherry and berry flavors are accented by tobacco and earth as this plays out on the lingering finish.