Description

Bartolo Mascarello, the defender of tradition in Barolo, blended grapes from several crus, including Cannubi, into a single Barolo aged in large casks. The estate is now run by his daughter Maria Teresa.

The vintage 2003. 2003, the heatwave year, gave ripe, warm Nebbiolo.

Rose, red cherry, tar, dried herbs and spice; fine, firm tannins and a long, savoury finish.

Service & pairing. Serve at 17 °C in a tall Nebbiolo or Burgundy glass. Decant younger vintages for two hours or more; older ones gently, to separate the sediment. Pair with tajarin with truffle, brasato or aged cheeses.