2015 Margherita Otto Barolo
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Lustrous mid ruby. Captivating nose that has just started to open up to cherry fruit with hints of exotic spice, garden herbs and Campari. Supple cherry fruit that becomes even fresher on the finish. Attractive chewy tannins complement the whole. Truly elegant for this warm vintage. (WS)
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 2015 Barolo is a very pretty, ethereal wine. Orange peel, mint, dried red cherry, cedar and sweet tobacco are all laced throughout this gracious, mid-weight Barolo. The tannins are a bit gritty at this stage, but it is a very strong first commercial release.
The Margherita Otto 2015 Barolo shows a sweet and soft approach with ripe cherry, plum, spice and savory leather. This is a broad-shouldered Barolo with dark concentration and a rather heavy, fully textured personality. The wine is richer and more endowed than your standard Barolo, but that extra weight and density is very much part of the package of the warm 2015 vintage.