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Massolino, Barolo Parussi, 2016

Red Wine from Piedmont, Italy
by Massolino
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Antonio Galloni

95 points

"The 2016 Barolo Parussi is the most overt and fruity of the 2016s. That is not a bad thing at all, as it gives the wine striking immediacy and mid-palate sweetness. Succulent red and purplish berry fruit, spice and mint come together in the glass. Silky, floral and medium in body, the Parussi captures all of the sensuality that is typical of the Barolos of Castiglione Falletto. Best of all, the Parussi will drink well earlier than the wines from Serralunga will." —Antonio Galloni

Robert Parker

96 points

"Of the four single-vineyard Baroli made by Massolino, the 2016 Barolo Parussi is the only one with fruit from Castiglione Falletto. This wine is elegant and tight, and it shows a superb level of Nebbiolo precision. That sharpness is built upon beautifully in a classic vintage such as 2016, and aromas of wild berry, earth, tobacco, licorice and dusty limestone come into startling focus. Parussi adopts a direct and linear approach with fine and polished tannins. In a portfolio that so closely monitors the taste profile of Serralunga d'Alba, this wine is the delightful outsider. They expect 6,800 bottles to hit the market in September 2020." —Monica Larner

Decanter

91 points

"Massolino is well known for his stylish Barolos from Serralunga, but in recent years he has added a wine from Castiglione Falletto to the range. It is made in the same way as the other Barolos, Massolino having reverted in 2015 to traditional ageing. The rich cherry nose is flamboyant and floral. It's sleek but at present lacks some texture and grip, yet it's lively, fresh and taut. This is still quite reserved but it shows balance and finesse."

Wine Spectator

95 points

"Plum, black cherry and floral notes are framed by cigar box, eucalyptus, tar and iron in this intense, smoldering red. Right now it's a struggle between the expressive fruit and muscular tannins, so give it a decade at least before pulling the cork."

Kerin O'Keefe

95 points

"Pipe tobacco, scorched earth and underbrush aromas mingle with whiffs of camphor and dark-skinned berry on this full-bodied red. It’s firmly structured, featuring raspberry compote and licorice flavors framed in assertive, close-grained tannins that grip the finish. Youthfully austere and tightly wound, it needs several more years to fully integrate. Drink 2026–2046." —Kerin O'Keefe

More about Massolino

Massolino's been the north star of Serralunga d'Alba since 1896. Giovanni founded it; his son built the cellar. Today they work with Barolo's most esteemed crus—Vigna Rionda, Parafada, and others—using a blend of old and new that respects tradition without being its slave. This is what happens when a family doesn't mess with what works.

Wine Details

  • Grape Variety

    Nebbiolo

  • Vintage

    2016

  • Size

    750ml

  • Farming Practice

    Traditional

  • Sweetness

    Dry

  • Body

    Full Bodied

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Tasting Notes & Food Pairings

Perfect Pairings

Beef tenderloin, braised lamb, grilled mushrooms, aged cheddar

Tasting Profile

Garnet with aromas of cherry, tar, and leather. Full-bodied with firm tannins, flavors of dark cherry and earth with a long, structured finish.

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