2012 Barolo Parussi
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Massolino's 2012 Barolo Parussi is a dark and savory expression that offers black-fruit intensity. Fruit is from the Castiglione Falletto township (as opposed to Serralunga d'Alba where the winery is based). In this vintage, you could almost mistake it for Serralunga d'Alba, given the power and textural richness it offers. Smoke and tobacco converge on the finish.
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Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
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Firm dark ruby. Straightforward, ripe fruit that almost disguises the tannins. Almost brutal in its straightforward march to the dry finish. (JR)
Castiglione Falletto. Mid ruby with orange tinges. Savoury and rather closed on the nose. Elegant mid palate weight and youthful, compact red fruit charged with grainy tannins. Far from ready. (WS)
The 2012 Barolo Parussi is always a bit of a departure in this lineup, as it is the only vineyard Massolino has outside of Serralunga. Freshly cut flowers, mint and sweet red berries are some of the signatures that add nuance throughout. Lifted and gracious, the Parussi is a typical Castiglione Falletto Barolo built on mid-weight structure.