2016 Barolo Brunate
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La Morra. Tasted blind. Current release. Lustrous mid ruby with orange tinges. Youthful and compact on the nose with chalky hints and raspberry. Supple palate with minerally cherry fruit but not yet entirely open. Finely chiselled, gravelly tannins and gorgeous, lively acidity. (WS)
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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Marcarini's 2016 Barolo Brunate captures much of the mystique of this La Morra site in its beguiling aromatics. Deep, layered and so expressive, the 2016 has a lot to offer. Time in the glass brings out an exotic quality to the red toned fruit, with spice, menthol and floral overtones that linger. I would not be in a rush to open bottles.
The 2016 Barolo is ethereal, gracious and nicely lifted, with plenty of La Morra finesse on display. Crushed flowers, mint, sweet dried cherry, kirsch and pipe tobacco are nicely lifted. This is an especially airy style, even for La Morra. I would prefer to drink the 2016 over the next handful of years.