SKU: 10164

Mauro Molino Barolo 2020

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750ml

$47.99

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Category	Red Wine
Varietal	Nebbiolo
Brand	Mauro Molino
Origin	Italy, Piedmont, Barolo

Mauro Molino founded this estate and today works alongside his son Matteo and daughter Martina. In 1973 Mauro graduated from enology school in Alba, and then followed that with five years of winemaking experience in Emilia Romagna. In 1979 after his father’s passing, he returned home to the family farm in La Morra and began consulting for local wineries while building up his own estate. 1982 was the first vintage from the famed family parcel in Conca dell’Annunziata, the conch-shaped parcel pictured above, and the rest is history. In 2003 Matteo joined the company, and then in 2009, Matteo’s sister also joined the gang. Today they manage approximately 12 hectares of vineyards, 50% dedicated to Nebbiolo for Barolo, and the rest mostly Barbera, and Dolcetto. This estate practices organic viticulture.

Made from 100% Nebbiolo vines planted in 1985 and 1990, this delicious Barolo is made in a traditional style with 24 months in oak. Italy's best source for wine reviews, the Gambero Rosso, raves about this producer: "The Molinos again showed why they are among the top Langhe producers. Credit goes in particular to Mauro and his son, Matteo, who is partly responsible for the estate's enormous critical success. For the basic Barolo, the estate ages the wine in large Slavonian oak barrels, which is a classic practice in the region, and the wine is known for its delicate nose of violets and roasted fruits, and concentrated, harmonious palate…"

Wine Advocate

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The Mauro Molino 2020 Barolo exhibits a lean and silky character with aromas that build in intensity with time. They include underripe cherry, apricot and evenly dispensed oak that is not intrusive. Dried leaves and licorice give the wine an autumnal vibe, and the tannins remain slightly sweet and powdery. This is a 45,000-bottle release.

Monica Larner, April 4, 2024

Jeb Dunnuck

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Medium red in hue, the 2020 Barolo has a lovely floral nose leading with notes of fresh rose petals, ripe strawberries, dusty earth, and tea leaf. Medium-bodied, it's weightless on the palate, with fine tannins and elegant citrus. Light on its feet, this fantastic value is approachable now, but it's going to do improve over the coming 8-10 years.

Audrey Frick, May 13, 2024

Wine Enthusiast

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Refreshing and lively, bursting with the scent of fresh strawberries and an array of enchanting floral notes that contribute to its beauty. Incredibly vibrant and fresh, with a palate that immediately induces salivation. The balance achieved between the sour and tart red fruits and the herbal undertones is remarkable, giving the wine an overall prettiness and elegance with supple tannins and sweet spices on the finish. Drink Now - 2040

Jeff Porter, September 1, 2024

Vinous

Molino's 2020 Barolo is a very pretty, classy entry-level offering. Macerated red cherry, orange peel, cinnamon, cedar and sweet pipe tobacco inform this aromatic, mid-weight Barolo. All the elements are nicely balanced throughout. Vineyard sources are Annunziata, Berri and Perno. The 2020 is a real charmer.

Antonio Galloni, November 2023

Wine Spectator

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Macerated cherry, strawberry, rose hip and earth flavors highlight this dense, linear red. Leans toward the tannins on the moderately long finish. Delicate but not fragile. Best from 2027 through 2038. 3,500 cases made, 2,000 cases imported.

Bruce Sanderson, November 4, 2024