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- Nebbiolo from a Serralunga d’Alba vineyard planted in 1959
- 340 meters above sea level
- Calcareous clay soils
- Maceration and fermentation over 12-15 days in stainless steel
- Aging in 25hl Slavonian oak casks for 24 months prior to bottling
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2020
Country:
Italy
Region:
Piedmont
Appellation:
Barolo
Variety:
Nebbiolo
Color:
Red
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | IT-LUP-21-20 | 12/750ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
James Suckling
Score
95
Date
2024-05-16
"Bright pale ruby with a garnet rim, this wine exhibits aromas of smashed violets, blood oranges, cinnamon and balsamic. The palate is soft and refined, full-bodied, with elegant tannins and lifted long acidity. Great tension. Drinkable now, but best from 2034."
REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES
Decanter
Score
93
Date
2020-01-25
Vinous
Score
94
Date
2020-06-30
Wine Advocate
Score
96
Date
2020-07-23
Wine Spectator
Score
94
Date
2020-11-04
Decanter
Score
93
Date
2022-01-12
James Suckling
Score
95
Date
2021-06-01
Vinous
Score
93
Date
2022-02-04
Wine Advocate
Score
92
Date
2021-06-17
Decanter
Score
95
Date
2022-07-21
WinesCritic.com
Score
94
Date
2022-02-09
Decanter
Score
95
Date
2023-03-23
"Fermentation takes place in horizontal tanks at moderate temperature for 12-15 days, before ageing in large 25hl wooden barrels for 24 months. The austere nose shows restrained dark fruits, liquorice root, straw, and red currant freshness. It shows a soft attack then firm, extracted, fine-grained tannins; muscular and chewy and evident on the gums, but polished on the finish. A powerful wine that needs time."
James Suckling
Score
95
Date
2023-07-28
"Plenty of lavender and violet aromas with plum undertones. Medium to full body with plenty of ripe tannins and a chewy finish. Shows polish and focus. Drink after 2027."
Jancis Robinson
Score
16.5
Date
2023-07-04
"Serralunga d,Alba. Mid ruby. Sour cherry with a pinch of gingerbread. Quite sweet and ripe yet supple on the palate and with plenty of ripe acidity to keep it going. Can probably age, but already approachable now. Great tannic bite adds contrast on the finish. (WS) 14.5%"
Jeb Dunnuck
Score
94
Date
2023-05-04
"Taking on more mineral character, the 2019 Barolo Margheria lifts with crushed rocks, white pepper, and red cherry. It has a bit more linear drive with its spine of acidity and offers notes of blood orange, grenadine, and dried roses. It is refreshing with angular tannins and has a long finish. Hold 3-5 years and drink 2026-2046."
Vinous
Score
95
Date
2023-11-03
"The 2019 Barolo Margheria is more savory/mineral in profile than the other Barolos in the range, with less overt fruit but plenty of persistence. In recent years, Giampaolo Pira has found a way to tame the formidable tannins here, and that is very much evident in this gorgeous, expressive Barolo."
Wine Spectator
Score
95
Date
2023-10-11
"A charming red, detailed and fresh, featuring cherry, strawberry, currant, rose and mint flavors shaded by iron and tar. Tightly wound and compact, yet has terrific balance, pedigree and a persistent aftertaste. Best from 2026 through 2045. ‡B.S."