Paolo Scavino, Barolo Monvigliero Vintage:2013 a welcome sprinkling of cracked

a welcome sprinkling of cracked black pepper and an off-dry finish that feels long and persistent

Vibrant ruby

sandalwood

the 2016 is magnificent

acidity and alcohol

Paolo Scavino, Barolo Monvigliero Vintage:2013 a welcome sprinkling of crackedOne of the highlights in this range, the 2013 Barolo Monvigliero is creamy, sweet and also unusually supple for a young Barolo. Hints of rose petal, dried herb, cedar and sweet pipe tobacco gradually open up in a wine that is more giving on the palate than it is in its aromatics. The 2013 needs time for the classic Monvigliero perfume to emerge fully. There is more than enough precision, energy and tension to make me think that will come in time.