2020 Barolo Castelletto
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Tasting notes
Bright ruby with a pronounced garnet shimmer. Very clearly defined nose with notes of blood orange, rosehip, crunchy cherry and some cool smoke. Grippy and hearty on the palate, showing somewhat more robust tannins, but very harmonious in itself, firm drive on the finish.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
More reviews and scores
The 2020 Barolo Castelletto is a beguiling wine. Lavender, sage, coffee, gravel, melted road tar and pine give the Castelletto tons of aromatic presence. There's plenty of depth, too. Black cherry, plum, licorice and new leather build with time in the glass. All the elements are so well balanced. I would give the tannins a few years to soften.
It is a near-perfect wine that embodies everything we dream of in a bottle. The nose is a lively celebration of ripe cherries as if warmed by the sun in their basket, accompanied by an enticing blend of sweet spices, drying flowers, and subtle hints of earth. The wine is lifted, vibrant, and remarkably fresh on the palate, captivating the senses with its sheer beauty. This is a wine that truly sings, hitting all the right notes and leaving you enchanted with each sip. It's a masterpiece that showcases the art of winemaking at its finest.
About the producer
Burlotto has re-established itself as one of Barolo’s most revered producers, with Fabio Alessandria reviving the estate’s historic reputation. Known for their traditional methods and expressive, age-worthy wines, Burlotto’s bottlings are now among the most sought-after in Piedmont.