Barolo by Barolo Mascarello: Wine of the Week
Barolo 2008 Bartolo Mascarello
Of all the Barolo wines, this might be considered one of the best. Wine is all about tastes and is a very personal matter, but Maria Teresa is a legendary wine maker in Piemonte. If you have the chance to taste her wines or even visit her, you should. This wine is well balanced with smooth tannins and powerful notes on the nose and the palate. You can keep this in your cellar for at least another decade, 10 years is still way too young!
Wine: Barolo
Producer: Bartolo Mascarello
Region/Appellation: Piemonte, Italy
Grape varieties: Nebbiolo
Vintage: 2008
Eye: garnet red
Nose: floral notes, spices, dark red berries, licorice
Mouth: smooth tannins, well balanced, red fruits, earth tones
Price Point: $96
Available at Vinmonopolet: usually yes, but sold out as of right now
Available at Systembolaget: no
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