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Barolo
Barolo · Italy
Fact sheet
- Type
- Other
- Grape
- Nebbiolo
- Country
- Italy
- Region
- Barolo
- Appellation
- Barolo
- Body
- full
- Acidity
- high
- Tannin
- high
- Sweetness
- dry
Food pairing
game meat · roasted meats · strong cheeses · pasta with meat-based sauce
Rated vintages
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201388 pts
Crushed mint, red berry and menthol aromas mix with an unusual scent suggesting paraffin. The aromas carry over to the straightforward linear palate together with sour cherry, thyme and clove alongside. Firm tannins and fresh acidity provide support.
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201286 pts
Cellar floor, menthol and licorice aromas carry over to the simple palate along with oak and a green note of powdered sage. It lacks fruit richness while assertive tannins grip the finish.
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201190 pts
Aromas of red berry, sage, cinnamon and a whisper of menthol lead the nose and carry over to the solid palate together with juicy sour cherry, black raspberry, licorice and tobacco. It's a classic Barolo, straightforward and delicious, with ripe, integrated tannins and fresh aci…