Name: Paolo Scavino Barolo Rocche di Castiglione 2020 750ml
Brand: Paolo Scavino
SKU: 956570
Price: 143.32 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 95.8 (6 reviews)

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Winery

Paolo Scavino

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Varietal

Nebbiolo

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

Barolo

Barolo’s star grape is Nebbiolo, a finicky yet expressive variety that reaches its zenith this unique terroir. The region’s distinct microclimates and soils contribute to Nebbiolo’s complexity, resulting in wines with robust tannins, high acidity, and exceptional aging potential. Barolo wines, often referred to as “the king of wines,” are characterized by their deep garnet hue and complex bouquet, offering aromas of roses, tar, truffles, and red fruit. The aging process is significant, requiring at least 38 months, with a minimum of 18 months spent in wooden casks. This meticulous craftsmanship results in wines that evolve beautifully over time, displaying a harmonious balance of power and finesse. For wine enthusiasts, exploring Barolo provides a captivating journey into the rich tapestry of Italian winemaking, showcasing the profound marriage of tradition, terroir, and Nebbiolo’s distinctive expression.

JS 97pts

James Suckling

#60 in Top 100 Wines of Italy, 2024. Intense and ashy nose with ripe but refined berries, sweet spices, orange rind and lots of minerals. Compact yet resolved tannins unwind evenly on the full-bodied palate. Long, ashy end with some sweet spices that aren't fully integrated yet. Better from 2027."

JD 97pts

Jeb Dunnuck

A deep red hue, the 2020 Barolo Rocche Di Castiglione is very expressive and detailed on the nose with notes of pure cherry liqueur, fresh rosemary, lifted spice, blood orange, and rocky earth. Energetic and balanced, it reveals lovely tension on the palate, with fine tannins, an even, mouthwatering spine of acidity, and a long finish, with notes of apricot lasting on the back palate. This beautiful wine is only going to improve over the coming two decades.

VM 96pts

Vinous Media

A new wine in this range, the 2020 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione takes the place of the Carobric, which was a blend of sites for which the Scavinos lost their lease. That may have turned out to be a blessing in disguise, as the Rocche di Castiglione is off the charts. Silky, aromatic and pliant, with striking textural depth, the 2020 is immediately captivating. The purity of flavors is just breathtaking. What a wine!

WA 95pts

Wine Advocate

This is a retaste. The Paolo Scavino 2020 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is the inaugural vintage from a vineyard that has been in family hands since 1996. In 2018, their lease in Cannubi was terminated, and the blended Barolo Carobric was deconstructed. That opened the door to making a single-vineyard expression from Rocche di Castiglione. The wine shows power and balance. It's not sweet, but it almost appears so due to its volume and ample texture. You feel some of the saltiness of the cru with crushed rock and iodine and plenty of red and purple fruits to follow. This slippery site with sandstone soils suffers from erosion issues, and the Scavino family built an important retaining wall to protect it. This is one of the first vineyards to see budbreak and among the first to be harvested.

WS 95pts

Wine Spectator

A bright beam of cherry courses through this red, with strawberry, floral and mineral elements in supporting roles. Though structured, this stays balanced and pure through the long, fruit- and mineral-infused aftertaste. Really captures the 2020 vintage. Best from 2027 through 2046.

Winery Notes

Rated 95 - The debut vintage of the Paolo Scavino Rocche di Castiglione has aromas of exotic brown spice, violet, leather, forest floor and camphor. Brooding and concentrated but also showing a beguiling weightlessness, the savory palate delivers plum, black cherry, coffee bean and licorice framed in velvety tannins. Drink 2027–2035. - Kerin O'Keefe