Giuseppe Mascarello, Barolo Villero Vintage:2021 the wine continued showing the

the wine continued showing the riper character and more Mediterranean profile of the vineyard

painfully young Cristal that will require considerable patience

The wine was made from a blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon and 37% Merlot

black cherries and crushed blackcurrants notes plus hints of Sichuan pepper

It was produced in 2008

Giuseppe Mascarello, Barolo Villero Vintage:2021 the wine continued showing theModerately saturated medium red. Perfumed aromas of cherry, strawberry, coffee, mocha and flowers. Rich, suave and concentrated; nicely horizontal on the palate, but with its flesh cut byt slightly spiky acidity. The broad finish features dusty tannins and lovely floral persistence. Seems a tad rustic today and in need of patience. Stephen Tanzer