- Nebbiolo planted to marl and limestone soils in the Bricco Ambrogio cru, the most important vineyard in the village of Roddi
- 275 meters elevation with south/southeast exposure
- The first vintage was produced in 2002 and nearly a monopole
- Harvested by hand, normally after the 10th of October
- Submerged-cap maceration (10-12 days in average)
- Indigenous yeast fermentation (20-30 days in average) in stainless steel
- Malolactic fermentation in 225 L barrels over the winter
- Aged 11 months in neutral French oak barrels and further 13 months in large casks, plus 8 months in stainless steel and 6 months in bottle
- 790 Cases produced annually
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2021
Country:
Italy
Region:
Piedmont
Appellation:
Barolo
Variety:
Nebbiolo
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Sustainable
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | IT-SCV-20-21 | 12/750ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
James Suckling
Score
97
Date
2025-01-31
"This shows balsamic, sandalwood, rose petals and a touch of red fruit on the nose. The palate is tight, with precise chewy tannins, tight fruit and a compact finish. A solid, exceptional Barolo that will need about three years to soften."
Kerin O'Keefe
Score
97
Date
2025-02-01
"Showing the fantastic aromatics this site is known for, you'll find enticing aromas of iris, dog rose, wild berry, forest floor and menthol on Paolo Scavino's radiant 2021 Bricco Ambrogio. This MGA always has softer tannins out of the gate than the estate's other cru offerings and the stunning 2021 is no exception, delivering succulent flavors of ripe Marasca cherry, crushed raspberry, blood orange, mint and licorice alongside polished tannins. It's beautifully balanced, with fresh acidity. Drink 2029–2041. Abv: 14.5%"
Vinous
Score
95
Date
2025-01-07
"The 2021 Barolo Bricco Ambrogio is classy and polished to the core. This wine has come such a long way since its debut. Enrico Scavino really believed in this site when he purchased it a little more than 20 years ago. The 2021 is a fine testament to his vision. Lavender, sage, menthol and licorice lead into a core of dark-toned fruit in a Barolo that is deep yet also light on its feet. This is impeccably done, not to mention very tasty."
Wine Advocate
Score
94
Date
2025-01-30
"The Paolo Scavino 2021 Barolo Bricco Ambrogio is usually the lightest wine in the family's collection of single-vineyard wines. From the village of Roddi in the northernmost point of the appellation, this area has wide vineyard valleys and cool southeast exposures. The heat of the day falls away quickly thanks to steep diurnal shifts. The soils are composed of blue marl and sand, and the family farms seven hectares here, of which five hectares are Nebbiolo (the rest is Dolcetto and old-vine Barbera). A selection of the best fruit is made from old vines and put into this bottle. The wine is soft and silky with red and blue fruits and floral aromas to close."