Massolino Barolo 2021

Massolino Barolo 2021

First produced in 1911, the fruit for Massolino’s classic cuvée comes from seven hectares of prime-sited Serralunga vineyards. The most important of these—Briccolina, Collareto, Broglio and Le Turne—are dotted around the town itself; Le Turne borders Margheria, while Collareto lies next to Vigna Rionda. We are talking quality real estate. The 2021 also includes a little fruit from Massolino’s Parussi Cru as well as some declassified Vigna Rionda! Vine age varies from 10 to 55 years. Half of this Barolo was fermented in large wooden cask, the other half in concrete. The final blend matured for up to 30 months in large, Slavonian oak casks.

Red fruits, aniseed, potpourri, subtle sweet spice. Medium-bodied, svelte with supple fine grained tannin, a vibrance and succulence to fruit, powdery finish of excellent length. Beautiful wine. Will age so nicely, yet kind of approachable now too. A bet each way. 94+ Points Gary Walsh, The Wine Front

Lustrous mid ruby. Saline hints over lifted red fruit and with a suggestion of rosemary. A core of red fruit that still needs to unfurl completely, but there is enticing lightness of touch on the palate and with fine, long, persistent tannins. 17/20 - Walter Speller, Jancis Robinson

The 2021 Barolo from Massolino is a lovely wine. It opens with heady aromas of dog rose, wild red berry and whiffs of botanical herb and new leather. On the elegant, savory palate, taut, fine-grained tannins accompany ripe Morello cherry, star anise and orange peel that give it a tangy finish. 93 Points - Kerrin O'Keefe

The Massolino 2021 Barolo reveals a shiny ruby color and a core of dark fruit. Beyond the plummy fruit is tar, licorice, pressed flower and campfire ash. This wine has a pronounced savory side, yet it all fits squarely into a very delicate and finessed delivery. This is a pretty example of the vintage. 94 Points - Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate