Massolino - Barbaresco Albesani 2019 (750ml)
Decanter, Nebbiolo Prima 2022 Barbaresco (1/26/2022)
"Massolino manages 0.6 hectares in the Albesani MGA within Neive village. The 2019 is the first Barbaresco released by the Serralunga-based estate. Albesani is a vineyard planted 50 years ago at 260 metres above sea level over a limestone, clay and marl soil with a southwest exposure. The must is fermented and vinified in big oak vessels then aged in botti grandi. The nose is a stunning concentration of fruit, cherry and cinnamon, with fresh violet, balsamic depth and a touch of tar. Reserved on the palate, it's dense, polished, concentrated and savoury. Tannins and acidity are perfectly woven with cherry and pomegranate fruit, with a savoury liquorice finish. As is often the case with the top wines, this is great now but will keep going on strong for decades." 97 points
Vinous, 2018 & 2019 Barbaresco Take Center Stage (Feb 2022) (2/1/2022)
(Massolino Barbaresco Albesani Red) "The 2019 Barbaresco Albesani captures all the breadth and resonance that is such a signature of this famous hillside site in Neive. Red/purplish fruit, spice, rose petal, lavender, menthol and licorice build with a bit of time in the glass. Bright acids and lively tannins add energy to this super-classic, inviting Barbaresco from Massolino. The 2019 is a dream, not to mention a superb debut." 94 points
Wine Advocate 94 points
"Massolino has added a few terrific new Barbarescos to its lineup. The 2019 Barbaresco Albesani is one of these. With fruit from a 0.6-hectare growing site at a warm 230 meters in elevation, the wine shows broad knitting and dark fruit nuances of blackcurrant and cherry. There is spice, toast and mineral at the back. This is a 4,000-bottle production."
Vinous: 94 Points
Vinous, 2018 & 2019 Barbaresco Take Center Stage (Feb 2022) (2/1/2022)
(Massolino Barbaresco Albesani Red) "The 2019 Barbaresco Albesani captures all the breadth and resonance that is such a signature of this famous hillside site in Neive. Red/purplish fruit, spice, rose petal, lavender, menthol and licorice build with a bit of time in the glass. Bright acids and lively tannins add energy to this super-classic, inviting Barbaresco from Massolino. The 2019 is a dream, not to mention a superb debut." 94 points
Wine Advocate: 94 Points
Wine Advocate 94 points
"Massolino has added a few terrific new Barbarescos to its lineup. The 2019 Barbaresco Albesani is one of these. With fruit from a 0.6-hectare growing site at a warm 230 meters in elevation, the wine shows broad knitting and dark fruit nuances of blackcurrant and cherry. There is spice, toast and mineral at the back. This is a 4,000-bottle production."
Decanter
Decanter, Nebbiolo Prima 2022 Barbaresco (1/26/2022)
"Massolino manages 0.6 hectares in the Albesani MGA within Neive village. The 2019 is the first Barbaresco released by the Serralunga-based estate. Albesani is a vineyard planted 50 years ago at 260 metres above sea level over a limestone, clay and marl soil with a southwest exposure. The must is fermented and vinified in big oak vessels then aged in botti grandi. The nose is a stunning concentration of fruit, cherry and cinnamon, with fresh violet, balsamic depth and a touch of tar. Reserved on the palate, it's dense, polished, concentrated and savoury. Tannins and acidity are perfectly woven with cherry and pomegranate fruit, with a savoury liquorice finish. As is often the case with the top wines, this is great now but will keep going on strong for decades." 97 points
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