Summary

The Bartolo Mascarello Barolo 2013 is a quintessential expression of traditional Barolo from a historic estate, blending fruit from notable vineyards like Cannubi and San Lorenzo. This wine showcases a striking elegance, characterized by vibrant dark cherry, plum, and refined herbal notes, complemented by hints of licorice and tobacco. The palate is beautifully balanced with silky tannins and bright acidity, providing a compelling structure that enhances its ageworthiness. Its nuanced flavor profile is further enriched with earthy undertones and aromatic spices, making it an exquisite choice for collectors. Crafted with care, this wine exemplifies a classic and polished Nebbiolo, requiring further aging to reach its full potential.

Tasting Notes

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Bartolo Mascarello`s 2013 Barolo is made with the estate`s traditional blend of vineyard sites. This includes the San Lorenzo cru that will go offline starting with the 2015 vintage. This is a classic and traditional interpretation of Nebbiolo with an absolutely pristine and polished flavor profile. The bouquet opens to pressed violet, cassis, licorice, wild sage and cola. There is an elegant mineral imprint as well with rusty iron and iodine. This edition is evermore solid and centered compared to the warmer 2012 vintage. It will also require extra bottle aging in order to bring out its natural, but nuanced intensity.

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