Paolo Scavino - Barolo Monvigliero 2021 (750ml)

Paolo Scavino Barolo 'Monvigliero' 2021  

KO:98/JS:96/V:94/WA:94

Sustainable • Nebbiolo from Monvigliero, the Grand Cru of Verduno village, first produced by Scavino in 2007 • In the northern part of the Barolo region, this vineyard lies in a very special microclimate: warm during the day and cool at night due to the fresh air currents from the Tanaro river • Vines planted in 1968 and 2005 • 310 meters elevation with south-east orientation • Predominantly limestone soil, light colored mixed with chalky veins • Harvested by hand, normally after the 10th of October • Submerged-cap maceration (10-12 days on avg) in stainless steel rotary fermenter • Indigenous yeast fermentation (20-30 days on avg) in stainless steel • Malolactic fermentation in 225 L barrels over the winter • Aged 20 months in large French oak cask and 3 months stainless steel, plus 14-16 months in bottle • Approximately 400 cases produced annually
 
KO98: “Vibrant and boasting great intensity, the compelling 2021 Monvigliero from Paolo Scavino mesmerizes with aromas of wild rose, menthol, blood orange and dark spice. Firm and elegantly structured, the delicious palate delivers crunchy red cherry, strawberry compote, pink peppercorn and licorice before a minty close. Close-grained tannins provide support. What a gorgeous wine.”
V94: “The 2021 Barolo Monvigliero is a pretty dense wine. I don't see quite the delineation or nuance of the finest wines in this range or the best wines from this site, which leads me to believe Scavino is still getting a feel for Monvigliero. For many top producers, this would be a superb wine, but in this lineup, it's in the middle of the pack. Macerated cherry, spice, tobacco and cedar struggle to emerge fully. I hope to revisit the 2021 in a few years' time.”