Paolo Scavino - Barolo Bric Dël Fiasc 2021 (750ml)

Paolo Scavino Barolo 'Bric del Fiasc 2021

KO:99/JS:97/V:94+

Sustainable • Scavino’s first single vineyard Barolo, first produced in 1978 • Located in Castiglione Falletto, within the Fiasco cru • Vines were planted in 1979, 1984, and 2009 • Under Scavino’s ownership since 1921, it is in this vineyard where the Tortonian and Helvetian soils cross, bringing both power and elegance to the finished wine • 260 meters above sea level with southwest orientation • 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 • Aged 20 months in large French oak cask and 3 months stainless steel, plus 14-16 months in bottle • Approximately 1000 cases produced annually
 
JS97: “This is dusty, with dried flowers, dark cherries and a hint of spices on the nose. The palate is medium- to full-bodied with lots of succulent fruit framed by polished, powdery tannins that dissipate gradually, showing persistent fruit flavors. Outstanding.”
 
KO99: “From one of the most iconic offerings in the entire denomination, the captivating 2021 Bric del Fiasc stuns with its combination of structure, finesse and complexity. It opens with a potpourri of pressed rose, dark spice and dried herb that mingle with aromas of woodland berry and camphor while the delicious, vibrant palate delivers juicy Morello cherry, raspberry compote, licorice, mocha and cinnamon. A backbone of firm, fine-grained tannins provides support. What a beauty.”