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SKU 902162
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Rated 97 – The 2019 Massolino Barbaresco Albesani is the Massolino family’s first release Barbaresco and what a debut this is! The 2019 Albesani has hints of smoke and rose on the nose, and if the wine is allowed to stand for a while, notes of ripe red fruits, wild strawberries and rose petal come and go. The texture is seductive and seamless and flows effortlessly across the palate, and then there is the little full stop of superfine, compact, chalky tannins. This wine has lovely weight and balance and a sapid, savory finish. It is one of the best Barbaresco 2019s I have tasted from this vintage. The Albesani vineyard is in Nieve with a south-west aspect at 230 meters above sea level on a clayey, marl and limestone soil so it has all the potential ingredients to make a wonderfully expressive Barbaresco and in this wine it certainly does! Keep three to four years, but it will drink well for 30. – The Wine Independent
The Nebbiolo grape varietal is widely understood to be the fruit responsible for Italy's finest aged wines. However, its popularity and reliability as a grape which gives out outstanding flavors and aromas has led it to be planted in many countries around the world, with much success. These purple grapes are distinguishable by the fact that they take on a milky dust as they begin to reach maturity, leading many to claim that this is the reason for their unusual name, which means 'fog' in Italian. Nebbiolo grapes produce wines which have a wide range of beautiful and fascinating flavors, the most common of which are rich, dark and complex, such as violet, truffle, tobacco and prunes. They are generally aged for many years to balance out their characteristics, as their natural tannin levels tend to be very high.
Country
Italy
There are few countries in the world with a viticultural history as long or as illustrious as that claimed by Italy. Grapes were first being grown and cultivated on Italian soil several thousand years ago by the Greeks and the Pheonicians, who named Italy 'Oenotria' – the land of wines – so impressed were they with the climate and the suitability of the soil for wine production. Of course, it was the rise of the Roman Empire which had the most lasting influence on wine production in Italy, and their influence can still be felt today, as much of the riches of the empire came about through their enthusiasm for producing wines and exporting it to neighbouring countries. Since those times, a vast amount of Italian land has remained primarily for vine cultivation, and thousands of wineries can be found throughout the entire length and breadth of this beautiful country, drenched in Mediterranean sunshine and benefiting from the excellent fertile soils found there. Italy remains very much a 'land of wines', and one could not imagine this country, its landscape and culture, without it.
Region
Piedmont
Situated in the north-western part of Italy, the region of Piedmont is known worldwide and is highly respected for the quality of the wines produced there. Many of the most successful sub-regions in Piedmont produce many of the world's finest red wines, such as those made from the excellent Nebbiolo grape varietal in areas such as Barolo and Barbaresco. However, the historic wineries which typify this region use a relatively wide variety of grapes, including Dolcetto and Barbera for their red wines, which are typically aged and have a delightful velvety character. Piedmont isn't all about beautifully complex red wines, though, as it is also famed for high quality, elegant sparkling wines, notably the Asti wines made with the white Moscato grape. The region benefits from a range of terroirs which are often well expressed in the sparkling wines, and a wonderfully consistent climate ideal for vineyard cultivation.
Appellation
Barbaresco
Barbaresco, a jewel within Italy’s Piedmont region, is an illustrious wine appellation celebrated for its exceptional Nebbiolo wines. Nestled alongside the Tanaro River, its unique terroir, characterized by marl and calcareous soils, imparts a distinct finesse to the grapes. What sets Barbaresco apart is the Nebbiolo grape’s expression—marked by elegant tannins and a captivating balance between power and grace. The region’s temperate climate and significant diurnal temperature variation enhance the grape’s aromatic complexity. Barbaresco wines, with their notes of red berries, roses, and earth, offer a refined alternative to the robust Barolo. Recognized for their approachability in youth yet capable of impressive aging, Barbaresco exemplifies the artistry of Piedmontese winemaking, inviting enthusiasts to savor the rich tapestry of flavors and the inherent elegance of Nebbiolo.
Winery Notes
Rated 97 - The 2019 Massolino Barbaresco Albesani is the Massolino family's first release Barbaresco and what a debut this is! The 2019 Albesani has hints of smoke and rose on the nose, and if the wine is allowed to stand for a while, notes of ripe red fruits, wild strawberries and rose petal come and go. The texture is seductive and seamless and flows effortlessly across the palate, and then there is the little full stop of superfine, compact, chalky tannins. This wine has lovely weight and balance and a sapid, savory finish. It is one of the best Barbaresco 2019s I have tasted from this vintage. The Albesani vineyard is in Nieve with a south-west aspect at 230 meters above sea level on a clayey, marl and limestone soil so it has all the potential ingredients to make a wonderfully expressive Barbaresco and in this wine it certainly does! Keep three to four years, but it will drink well for 30. - The Wine Independent
WE95pts
Wine Enthusiast
From one of the most celebrated vineyard sites in the denomination, this opens with aromas of camphor, iris, pipe tobacco and wild berry. Showing structure and elegance, the focused palate delivers juicy red cherry, crushed raspberry, cake spice and aniseed framed in firm, refined tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced. Drink 2025–2034. (Cellar Selection)
WA94pts
Wine Advocate
Massolino has added a few terrific new Barbarescos to its lineup. The 2019 Barbaresco Albesani is one of these. With fruit from a 0.6-hectare growing site at a warm 230 meters in elevation, the wine shows broad knitting and dark fruit nuances of blackcurrant and cherry. There is spice, toast and mineral at the back. This is a 4,000-bottle production.
JS94pts
James Suckling
A tight and concentrated Barbaresco with racy strawberries, orange zest and hints of sweet spices. Medium to full body with tightly wound tannins that slowly build on the palate to a crescendo. Long, tight but also seamless tannins. Pretty eclectic in style showing clarity, fine austerity and just a hint of plushness. Drink or hold.
VM94pts
Vinous Media
The 2019 Barbaresco Albesani captures all the breadth and resonance that is such a signature of this famous hillside site in Neive. Red/purplish fruit, spice, rose petal, lavender, menthol and licorice build with a bit of time in the glass. Bright acids and lively tannins add energy to this super-classic, inviting Barbaresco from Massolino. The 2019 is a dream, not to mention a superb debut.
WS90pts
Wine Spectator
This lean, taut red leads with a whiff of vanilla, followed by cherry, currant and cranberry flavors accented by earth and wild herbs. Delivers a dense matrix of dusty tannins. The debut vintage for this MGA from Massolino. Best from 2026 through 2040. 650 cases made, 100 cases imported.
