{"title":"Massolino Pre-Arrival Aug 26","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"massolino-langhe-nebbiolo-2023","title":"Massolino Langhe Nebbiolo 2023","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #202020;\"\u003eThe Massolino Langhe Nebbiolo is sourced from three distinct areas. Firstly, the younger vines of Massolino in Serralunga, essentially declassified Barolo fruit. Secondly, the Cascina I Maschi vineyard in Monforte, which Massolino attributes with providing the wine's elevated perfume and freshness due to its cool, chalky terrain. Lastly, a section in Alba characterized by lighter, sandy-clay soils that contribute a generous fruit profile. Each area contributes roughly one-third to the blend, enhancing the overall finesse and making it an even more appealing early-drinking Langhe Nebbiolo. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2023 vintage is yet another stunning release offering pure, vibrant fruit flavors of strawberry, cherry, violet, and anise. It features ripe, chalky tannins and a beautifully perfumed finish with hints of graphite-like minerality. After a gentle extraction, it spent 15 months aging in large Slavonian oak casks, compared to over 24 months for the Barolo. Calling this a bargain 'baby Barolo' hardly does it justice!\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Details\u003cbr\u003eVariety \u003c\/strong\u003e- Nebbiolo\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCountry \u003c\/strong\u003e- Italy\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRegion \u003c\/strong\u003e- Piemonte\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSub Region \u003c\/strong\u003e- Langhe\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtra \u003c\/strong\u003e- Screwcap\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYear \u003c\/strong\u003e- 2023\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVolume \u003c\/strong\u003e- 750ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003ca href=\"#pro_more_desc\" id=\"more_desc_btn\"\u003eAbout the Wine Maker \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4211\/3208\/files\/right-arrow_480x480.jpg?v=1647847041\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1896 by the enterprising Giovanni Massolino—he was the first to bring electricity to the town—the estate is based in and around the town of Serralunga d’Alba, one of the prime sub-zones of Barolo. Today, the keys of this historical estate belong to Franco and Roberto Massolino who work with gifted, ex-Vajra winemaker Giovanni Angeli. Behind Massolino’s rise to the apex of Barolo lies their remarkable collections of Serralunga vineyards, including choice parcels of such famous sites as; Margheria, Parafada and the legendary Vigna Rionda where the Massolino family is the largest holders with 3.5 hectares of vines (two are planted to Nebbiolo) between 40 and 50 years old. Outside of this commune, Massolino also tends vines in the great Parussi Cru of Castiglione Falletto. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high-altitude chalky hillsides of Serrralunga d’Alba, on the eastern edge of the Barolo DOCG, produce some of the most profound and long-lived Barolo wines. It is the home of great names such as Giacomo Conterno and Bruno Giacosa’s Falletto vineyard. The wines often have an extra stuffing of intense Nebbiolo fruit as well as a remarkable minerality that plays on both the freshness of the tannins and gives the wines a certain ferrous edge when young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere are many great things to write about Massolino, a family winery based in Serralunga d'Alba. As I reflect on these wines, I am struck by the harmony and perfection of the overall portfolio: the clear identity of each product and its placement within the Massolino quality pyramid and the crescendo of wines that culminates with a truly memorable single-vineyard Baroli and the top-shelf Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda. The portfolio has a few unexpected surprises too, such as a very elegant Moscato d'Asti and a cheerful Riesling.”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonica Larner, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Massolino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53762626126008,"sku":"SKU-140726015407","price":66.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4211\/3208\/files\/4EFCF454-6E21-4FF4-B8EC-B568B9D641BC.jpg?v=1784010260"},{"product_id":"massolino-barbera-2024","title":"Massolino Barbera d'Alba 2024","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mcePastedContent\"\u003eMassolino’s two hectares of Barbera, planted across their limestone-rich Serralunga vineyards, are now complemented by fruit from Monforte d’Alba. This bright, delicious, drink-now style of Barbera was fermented for 10 to 12 days in stainless steel and cement tanks. It was then raised in the same vessels for a short period before bottling and release. As always, meticulous selection, impressive vineyards and low yields form the blueprint. It’s bright and refreshing, with gorgeous bitter cherry and amaro-like, macerated orange rind notes woven through the perfumed and sparklingly pure palate. The 2024 season was a wet one that brought more delicate wines, and this is a superb example, with the mouthwatering finish bringing a saline edge, and just the right twist of refreshing bitterness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e90 Pts Antonio Galloni, Vinous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2024 Barbera d'Alba is a delight. Soft and understated, with lovely mid-palate depth, the 2024 is a tasty Barbera to drink now and over the next handful of years. Crushed flowers, sweet red-toned fruit, cedar and sweet pipe tobacco build nicely in glass.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mcePastedContent\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(141, 17, 17);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWINES DUE IN-STORE MID AUGUST 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(141, 17, 17);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable for pre-purchase now!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #202020;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Details\u003cbr\u003eVariety \u003c\/strong\u003e- Barbera\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCountry \u003c\/strong\u003e- Italy\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRegion \u003c\/strong\u003e- Piemonte\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSub Region \u003c\/strong\u003e- Alba\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtra \u003c\/strong\u003e- Screwcap\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYear \u003c\/strong\u003e- 2024\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVolume \u003c\/strong\u003e- 750ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003ca href=\"#pro_more_desc\" id=\"more_desc_btn\"\u003eAbout the Wine Maker \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4211\/3208\/files\/right-arrow_480x480.jpg?v=1647847041\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1896 by the enterprising Giovanni Massolino—he was the first to bring electricity to the town—the estate is based in and around the town of Serralunga d’Alba, one of the prime sub-zones of Barolo. Today, the keys of this historical estate belong to Franco and Roberto Massolino who work with gifted, ex-Vajra winemaker Giovanni Angeli. Behind Massolino’s rise to the apex of Barolo lies their remarkable collections of Serralunga vineyards, including choice parcels of such famous sites as; Margheria, Parafada and the legendary Vigna Rionda where the Massolino family is the largest holders with 3.5 hectares of vines (two are planted to Nebbiolo) between 40 and 50 years old. Outside of this commune, Massolino also tends vines in the great Parussi Cru of Castiglione Falletto. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high-altitude chalky hillsides of Serrralunga d’Alba, on the eastern edge of the Barolo DOCG, produce some of the most profound and long-lived Barolo wines. It is the home of great names such as Giacomo Conterno and Bruno Giacosa’s Falletto vineyard. The wines often have an extra stuffing of intense Nebbiolo fruit as well as a remarkable minerality that plays on both the freshness of the tannins and gives the wines a certain ferrous edge when young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere are many great things to write about Massolino, a family winery based in Serralunga d'Alba. As I reflect on these wines, I am struck by the harmony and perfection of the overall portfolio: the clear identity of each product and its placement within the Massolino quality pyramid and the crescendo of wines that culminates with a truly memorable single-vineyard Baroli and the top-shelf Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda. The portfolio has a few unexpected surprises too, such as a very elegant Moscato d'Asti and a cheerful Riesling.”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonica Larner, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Massolino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53864528412856,"sku":"SKU-070826024911","price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4211\/3208\/files\/Massolino-Barbera_jpg_a62a33ec-c4cb-40a9-b3a9-1c9f54014186.png?v=1786071633"},{"product_id":"massolino-barbaresco-2023","title":"Massolino Barbaresco 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMassolino's Barbaresco \"classico\" is a blend of three parcels in Neive: Albesani, Serraboella and Starderi. Albesani is probably the best-known; Serraboella, which accounts for the lion's share of the blend, is one of the most highly regarded sites in the eastern sector of Neive, on the preferred southwest-facing hill over lighter soils, while Starderi, on the sunnier western side of Neive, brings power and flesh. Natural fermentation takes place in large wooden fermenters, and the wine is aged for 18 months in large, 5,000-litre Slavonian oak barrels. The Galloni review below sums up this delicious wine well\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e96 Pts Antonio Galloni, Vinous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘The 2023 Barbaresco is a blend of fruit from Albesani, Starderi and Serraboella, all co-fermented. Soft contours wrap around a core of red\/purplish fruit, rose petal, blood orange, cinnamon and mint. This sensual, layered Barbaresco is inviting from the very first taste.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(141, 17, 17);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWINES DUE IN-STORE MID AUGUST 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(141, 17, 17);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable for pre-purchase now!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ansi-language: EN-AU; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVariety\u003c\/strong\u003e - Nebbiolo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry\u003c\/strong\u003e - Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRegion\u003c\/strong\u003e - Piemonte\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSub Region\u003c\/strong\u003e - Barbaresco\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eExtra\u003c\/strong\u003e - Cork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear\u003c\/strong\u003e - 2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVolume\u003c\/strong\u003e - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003ca href=\"#pro_more_desc\" id=\"more_desc_btn\"\u003eAbout the Wine Maker \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4211\/3208\/files\/right-arrow_480x480.jpg?v=1647847041\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1896 by the enterprising Giovanni Massolino—he was the first to bring electricity to the town—the estate is based in and around the town of Serralunga d’Alba, one of the prime sub-zones of Barolo. Today, the keys of this historical estate belong to Franco and Roberto Massolino who work with gifted, ex-Vajra winemaker Giovanni Angeli. Behind Massolino’s rise to the apex of Barolo lies their remarkable collections of Serralunga vineyards, including choice parcels of such famous sites as; Margheria, Parafada and the legendary Vigna Rionda where the Massolino family is the largest holders with 3.5 hectares of vines (two are planted to Nebbiolo) between 40 and 50 years old. Outside of this commune, Massolino also tends vines in the great Parussi Cru of Castiglione Falletto. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high-altitude chalky hillsides of Serrralunga d’Alba, on the eastern edge of the Barolo DOCG, produce some of the most profound and long-lived Barolo wines. It is the home of great names such as Giacomo Conterno and Bruno Giacosa’s Falletto vineyard. The wines often have an extra stuffing of intense Nebbiolo fruit as well as a remarkable minerality that plays on both the freshness of the tannins and gives the wines a certain ferrous edge when young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere are many great things to write about Massolino, a family winery based in Serralunga d'Alba. As I reflect on these wines, I am struck by the harmony and perfection of the overall portfolio: the clear identity of each product and its placement within the Massolino quality pyramid and the crescendo of wines that culminates with a truly memorable single-vineyard Baroli and the top-shelf Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda. The portfolio has a few unexpected surprises too, such as a very elegant Moscato d'Asti and a cheerful Riesling.”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonica Larner, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Massolino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53864528838840,"sku":"SKU-070826025100","price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4211\/3208\/files\/Massolino-Barbaresco_3f482d43-1caa-45d7-a8ae-cf45308fee9f.png?v=1786072044"},{"product_id":"massolino-barolo-2022","title":"Massolino Barolo 2022","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFirst produced in 1911, the fruit for Massolino's classic cuvée comes from seven hectares of prime-sited Serralunga vineyards. The most important of these—Briccolina, Collareto, Broglio and Le Turne—are dotted around the town itself; Le Turne borders Margheria, while Collareto lies next to Vigna Rionda. So, we are talking quality real estate! As in recent vintages, the blend also includes a little fruit from Massolino's Parussi Cru as well as some declassified Vigna Rionda. Vine age varies from roughly 10 to 55 years old. The grapes spent 10–12 days on the skins, with fermentation split between large wooden cask and concrete as before. The final blend matured for 30 months, this time across a broader range of vessels than 2021: 40- to 100-hl French (Gamba), Austrian (Stockinger, Schneckenleitner) and Slavonian (Garbellotto) oak, rather than large Slavonian casks alone. You will be amazed, as we so often are, by the quality that is being delivered at this price point. And don’t be scared to give it some air, or to age it another 5 or so years. It’s another terrific-value Barolo from Massolino.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mcePastedContent\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e91 Pts Antonio Galloni, Vinous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2022 Barolo is a fine introduction to the Barolos in the range. Crushed flowers, bright acids, small red berry fruit and a kick of white pepper lend energy throughout. Medium in body, svelte and nuanced, the 2022 Barolo is a model of finesse. Its balance and overall appeal are commendable.’\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e17++ points, Walter Speller, JancisRobinson.com \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLustrous and healthy ruby. Great lift and perfume on the nose with a subtle saline note. Finely polished tannins and supple raspberry fruit. Great length and precision. Ready now but will hold.’ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(141, 17, 17);\"\u003eWINES DUE IN-STORE MID AUGUST 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(141, 17, 17);\"\u003eAvailable for pre-purchase now!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVariety\u003c\/strong\u003e - Nebbiolo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry\u003c\/strong\u003e - Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRegion\u003c\/strong\u003e - Piemonte\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSub Region\u003c\/strong\u003e - Barolo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eExtra\u003c\/strong\u003e - Cork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear\u003c\/strong\u003e - 2022\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVolume\u003c\/strong\u003e - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003ca href=\"#pro_more_desc\" id=\"more_desc_btn\"\u003eAbout the Wine Maker \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4211\/3208\/files\/right-arrow_480x480.jpg?v=1647847041\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1896 by the enterprising Giovanni Massolino—he was the first to bring electricity to the town—the estate is based in and around the town of Serralunga d’Alba, one of the prime sub-zones of Barolo. Today, the keys of this historical estate belong to Franco and Roberto Massolino who work with gifted, ex-Vajra winemaker Giovanni Angeli. Behind Massolino’s rise to the apex of Barolo lies their remarkable collections of Serralunga vineyards, including choice parcels of such famous sites as; Margheria, Parafada and the legendary Vigna Rionda where the Massolino family is the largest holders with 3.5 hectares of vines (two are planted to Nebbiolo) between 40 and 50 years old. Outside of this commune, Massolino also tends vines in the great Parussi Cru of Castiglione Falletto. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high-altitude chalky hillsides of Serrralunga d’Alba, on the eastern edge of the Barolo DOCG, produce some of the most profound and long-lived Barolo wines. It is the home of great names such as Giacomo Conterno and Bruno Giacosa’s Falletto vineyard. The wines often have an extra stuffing of intense Nebbiolo fruit as well as a remarkable minerality that plays on both the freshness of the tannins and gives the wines a certain ferrous edge when young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere are many great things to write about Massolino, a family winery based in Serralunga d'Alba. As I reflect on these wines, I am struck by the harmony and perfection of the overall portfolio: the clear identity of each product and its placement within the Massolino quality pyramid and the crescendo of wines that culminates with a truly memorable single-vineyard Baroli and the top-shelf Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda. The portfolio has a few unexpected surprises too, such as a very elegant Moscato d'Asti and a cheerful Riesling.”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonica Larner, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Massolino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53864529461432,"sku":"SKU-070826025324","price":110.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4211\/3208\/files\/Massolino-Barolo_410dcad6-2d1d-4f2b-a046-5034fc0dab93.png?v=1786072267"},{"product_id":"massolino-barolo-parussi-2022","title":"Massolino Barolo Parussi 2022","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis is the only Massolino Barolo cru that comes from a vineyard beyond the boundaries of Serralunga — \"the egg outside the nest,\" as an old Piemontese saying goes. Having said that, it isn’t too far away, with the vineyard sitting on a ridge, right alongside the Serralunga boundary, just on the Castiglione Falletto side of the border. The blue, iron-rich Sant'Agata marls here carry more silt and less clay and limestone than in Serralunga, making for more vigorous vines and a distinct style for Massolino. The family was drawn to the excellent southeast-to-southwest exposure, the old vines (now almost 60 years) and the vineyard's 290-metre altitude. Early releases needed time in the cellar, but the wines have grown increasingly refined over the years, and Giovanni believes the vineyard has now found its sweet spot. As for all the crus, this was fermented in large oak fermenters and aged exclusively in large casks. The 2022 is absolutely outstanding, as the Galloni note below makes clear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e96 Pts Antonio Galloni, Vinous ‘\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2022 Barolo Parussi is fabulous. It’s the wine of the vintage at Massolino. Rich red\/purplish-toned fruit, dried flowers, herbs, rose petal, white pepper and mint soar from the glass. The Parussi possesses uncommon depth and textural presence, exceedingly rare in 2022… More than anything else, Massolino's Parussi shows what was possible in this difficult vintage. 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Today, the keys of this historical estate belong to Franco and Roberto Massolino who work with gifted, ex-Vajra winemaker Giovanni Angeli. Behind Massolino’s rise to the apex of Barolo lies their remarkable collections of Serralunga vineyards, including choice parcels of such famous sites as; Margheria, Parafada and the legendary Vigna Rionda where the Massolino family is the largest holders with 3.5 hectares of vines (two are planted to Nebbiolo) between 40 and 50 years old. Outside of this commune, Massolino also tends vines in the great Parussi Cru of Castiglione Falletto. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high-altitude chalky hillsides of Serrralunga d’Alba, on the eastern edge of the Barolo DOCG, produce some of the most profound and long-lived Barolo wines. It is the home of great names such as Giacomo Conterno and Bruno Giacosa’s Falletto vineyard. The wines often have an extra stuffing of intense Nebbiolo fruit as well as a remarkable minerality that plays on both the freshness of the tannins and gives the wines a certain ferrous edge when young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere are many great things to write about Massolino, a family winery based in Serralunga d'Alba. As I reflect on these wines, I am struck by the harmony and perfection of the overall portfolio: the clear identity of each product and its placement within the Massolino quality pyramid and the crescendo of wines that culminates with a truly memorable single-vineyard Baroli and the top-shelf Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda. The portfolio has a few unexpected surprises too, such as a very elegant Moscato d'Asti and a cheerful Riesling.”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonica Larner, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Massolino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53864529494200,"sku":"SKU-070826025453","price":244.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0616\/4211\/3208\/files\/Massolino-Barolo-parussi_d93c7992-c508-4594-b695-846af7b5cab1.png?v=1786072467"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.vauclusecellars.com.au\/collections\/massolino-pre-arrival-aug-26.oembed","provider":"Vaucluse Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}