2016 Massolino Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva Etichetta Nera Barolo DOCG
$389.95
Vivino Rating
4.4
The 2016 Massolino Barolo, marked by a distinctive black label, is a highly sought-after collector's item known for its exceptional aging potential.
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About the bottle
Type
Reds
Country
Italy
Region
Barolo Region, Serralunga d'Alba, Piedmont
Producer
Massolino
Vareital
Nebbiolo
Vareital Composition
100% Nebbiolo
Pairs With
Specifications
2016
Vintage
2044
Drink By
14.5
%
ABV
Vinification
Grapes are hand harvested from a 7.5 acre vineyard with vines that average 50 years. The wine is aged for 42 months in Slovenian oak and then another 24 months in the bottle
Notes from critics
As noted with the 2015 vintage, Massolino is synonymous with world class Barolos. The 2016 offering is so special, though, that Massolino decided to break the tradition of their white labels and here applied a black one. This is a collector's item to be sure. Moreover, of all the wine you might hold in your cellar, this one will likely be the last one standing. I'm not sure I can wait until Cellar Tracker's 2055 drink by date, though! Get it while you can.
99
Bright, powerful ruby with a fine garnet sheen. Inviting and intense nose with notes of cardamom, plum and raspberry, plus some pickled peach. Substantial and dense on the palate, opens with compact tannin in many layers, ripe, dark fruit, plus fine texture, in the finish there are emphatically earthy notes, long finish.
97
Rose, ripe black-skinned berry and dark spice aromas mingle with camphor and forest floor on this full-bodied red. Combining structure and finesse, the firm palate delivers ripe Morello cherry, black raspberry and licorice. Bright acidity keeps it energized. Give it time to fully develop. Drink 2026–2046.
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