2019 Massolino - Barolo Margheria
The 2019 Massolino Barolo Margheria offers a focused expression of Castiglione Falletto terroir through traditional Nebbiolo winemaking. Cultivated on the cooler, mid-slope Margheria vineyard site, the fruit undergoes extended maceration and rests in large, neutral Slavonian oak botti. This time-honored approach retains the grape’s natural acidity and aromatic brightness while allowing dense, fine-grained tannins to integrate, creating a structured wine capable of graceful evolution over several years.
Tasting Notes
- Aroma Profile: Crushed red cherry, dried rose petals, fresh tobacco leaf, licorice root, and flinty minerality
- Palate Structure: Medium to full body, vibrant acidity, tightly wound yet softening tannins, savory forest floor and black pepper undertones
- Finish: Long, saline-driven, with persistent floral and rocky earth notes that linger on the back palate
Suggested Food Pairings
- Braised beef short ribs with Barolo wine reduction
- Porcini and white truffle risotto
- Well-aged Parmigiano Reggiano (24 months+) or Castelluccio Pecorino
- Slow-roasted wild boar ragù or herb-crusted lamb loin
Decant for 45 to 60 minutes before serving at 62–65°F to allow the layered tertiary compounds to fully surface. The 2019 vintage’s ideal ripening window translates into clear fruit intensity, balanced tannic grip, and reliable consistency from a historic family-run estate.