MAURO VEGLIO BAROLO ARBORINA 2020 - red

Style: Rocks & MineralsIn the cantina things are kept pretty simple with short fermentations in stainless steel before malolactic and elevage in barrique. The percentage of new oak for the crus hovers around 50% (slighlty higher for the Rocche) and the normale is mostly second passage. The finished wines are an exercise in good modern winemaking, retaining transparent vineyard characteristics and energetic fruit profiles. The oak is undoubtedly a feature in greater or lesser degrees depending on vintage and vineyard but it plays a supporting role rather than overwhelming. This is an evolutionary thing as well with slight tweaks having been made over the years without sacrificing the Veglio strong belief in the efficacy of his style. A great La Morra address making superbly consistent and expressive Barolo. MICHAEL MCNAMARAThe 2020 Barolo Arborina is a gorgeous wine from this La Morra site. Crushed rose petal, mint, blood orange, spice, tobacco and underbrush all open in glass, supported by bright acids that lend energy. This mid-weight, translucent Barolo is pure class. I especially admire its dimension and nuance. Give this a few years to soften. ANTONIO GALLONI, VinousRegion: Piemonte, ITALYVariety: Nebbiolo ABV: 14.5% Liquor Act 2007. It is against the law to sell or supply alcohol to, or to obtain alcohol on behalf of a person under the age of 18 years. Lic No. LIQP770016424 *We endeavour to ensure the correct vintage is displayed, however some variations may occur in store and for delivered bottles.