Barolo 2021
DOCG, Mauro Molino, 750 ml
Le séducteur
- Embodying the most authentic expression of the Nebbiolo grape – unmistakable in style and with great ageing potential.
- The best Nebbiolo has to offer: floral notes, tobacco and herbs. Profound, with fine-grained tannins and elegant freshness.
- Pairs well with braised dishes, mushroom specialities and mature hard cheeses. Ideal for festive occasions and enjoyable evenings.
Description
This wine says: Let's talk – but only by candlelight and over good food. Barolo Mauro Molino, from three historic vineyards – two in La Morra, one in Monforte d'Alba – manages to open up the stubborn Nebbiolo grape and reveal its beguiling aroma and soft fruit. Ripe strawberry, rose and autumn leaves, tobacco, earth, herbs and delicately spicy wood. Delicate and fragrant, fine-grained tannins, juicy acidity. Goes well with anything containing truffles – generously shaved over pasta or risotto – and is just as perfect with Sunday roast. Tip: let it breathe for half a day.
Attributes
| Grape variety: | Nebbiolo |
| Producer: | Mauro Molino |
| Origin: | Italy / Piemont / Barolo |
| Ripening potential: | 3 to 15 years |
| Drinking temperature: | 16 to 18 °C |
| Food Pairing: | Brasato di manzo al Barolo, Tagliatelle al tartufo, Spicy hard cheese, Wild fowl |
| Vinification: | fermentation in steel tank, Punching down, fully destemmed |
| Maturation: | partly in wooden barrel/foudre, in large wooden barrel/foudre, in used barriques |
| Maturation duration: | 30 months |
| Volume: | 14.5 % |
| Note: | Contains sulphites |
Mauro Molino
The Mauro Molino winery is located in the heart of the rolling hills of Piedmont, where morning mist hangs over the vineyards and the sun spreads its warm rays over the chalky soil. For over 40 years, the Molino family has been producing wines with character – deeply rooted in tradition, yet open to new ideas.
The history of the winery began in 1982, when Mauro Molino, after years of experience in viticulture, decided to lay the foundation for today's family business in his hometown of La Morra. Over the years, not only did the vineyard grow, but so did the company – in 2003, his son Matteo Molino joined the wine production business, followed in 2008 by his daughter Martina Molino, both graduates of the Alba School of Oenology. Martina is responsible for sales and organisation, while Matteo focuses primarily on wine production.
The family cultivates around 20 hectares of vineyards in some of Piedmont's most exciting locations: in addition to La Morra, known for its elegant and long-lasting Barolos, they also own vineyards in Guarene, Farigliano and Costigliole d'Asti. The diversity of soils, microclimates and altitudes allows them to capture the many facets of Piedmont's wine world.
Italy
Italy – Where wine is a way of life
The Italian wine regions are extremely diverse, and this is made clear in their wines. Established varieties such as Merlot, Syrah, and Sauvignon can be found on just 15 percent of the total vine growing area. The remaining 85 percent is reserved for autochthonous, indigenous varieties. More than 2,000 different grape varieties are grown under diverse conditions and pressed with various techniques into wines that reach the top tier of the international wine market.
