2016 Cantina del Pino "Ovello" Barbaresco
98WE
96DC
96WS
95RP
94VN
$64.99
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Wine Enthusiast
Reviewed January 2020Rose, iris, woodland berry and crushed mint aromas shape the irresistible nose on this radiant, classy red. Showing a remarkable combination of structure, elegance and pedigree, the delicious, focused palate delivers juicy red cherry, raspberry compote, star anise and an almost salty minerality while firm but ultrarefined tannins provide seamless support. Bright acidity bestows impeccable balance and youthful tension. *Cellar Selection* (KO)
Professional Reviews
96
Decanter
With a stunning view across the vineyards towards the town of Barbaresco, this estate boasts two hectares at the highest point of Ovello. Despite the warm south-southwest exposure, the site is moderated by cooling winds from the north. The oldest vines are set aside for this cru bottling, and the 2016 is a profound yet elegant wine that will need some time in the cellar. It quietly captures your attention, revealing its complexities little by little. Wild raspberry, fragrant garden flowers, cedar, mint and white pepper emerge discreetly as it sits in the glass. Still in the grip of its youthful tannins, the palate is full of flinty stone, tension and lingering energy. A beautiful legacy from winemaker Renato Vacca. (MM)
96
Wine Spectator
This red is rich and sumptuous, even in aroma. Cherry, raspberry, currant and rose flavors abound, shaded by iron, tobacco and hints of wild juniper and thyme. Balanced and firmly structured, with a long, detailed and mouthwatering finish. *Highly Recommended* (BS)
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Wine Advocate
The estate's benchmark wine, the 2016 Barbaresco Ovello reveals a pretty, open-knit personality with beautifully concentrated fruit. Dark cherry, blackberry and plum is framed by tar, campfire ash and powdered licorice. The Ovello cru opens onto a large panorama of vines and a sudden drop down to the Tanaro River. These vines at Cantina del Pino enjoy wide open spaces and slightly milder temperatures as a result. These conditions give the wine an open and generous approach. (ML)
Details
| Origin | Barbaresco, Piedmont, Italy |
|---|---|
| Type/Varietal | Nebbiolo |
| SKU | 1524125 |