2012 Barolo Cannubi
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The 2012 Barolo Cannubi is the most complete and convincing of these 2012 Barolos from Marchesi di Barolo. It also shows the level the house is capable of. Ripe, silky and sensual, the 2012 fleshes out with striking finesse and nuance, in both its flavors and texture. This is one of the most delicate, impeccably balanced Barolos I have tasted from Marchesi in quite some time.
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The Marchesi di Barolo 2012 Barolo Cannubi shows some restraint at the beginning and feels slightly shut down overall. This Cannubi Barolo takes longer to open, and this does not come as a surprise, given the delicate floral and berry flavors that can be achieved in this vineyard site when optimal conditions are met. Following a few swift swirls of the glass and a little encouragement, you get licorice, balsam herb and toasted spice. Having said that, this vintage is definitely more subdued compared to many of its peers.
Barolo. Lustrous mid ruby with orange tinges. Minty nose with hints of vanilla. Shy cherry and hints of oak on the palate, and a little creamy on the finish, but this cannot compensate for the lack of real substance. (WS)