Barale Fratelli Barolo Castellero 2019

The organic Barale Fratelli 2019 Barolo Castellero is a firm and solid expression of Nebbiolo with fruit from the center of the appellation. That consistency of character is a common trait that I find across these wines from 2019. The wine's texture makes a nice sounding board for flavors of dried cherry, licorice, crushed flower and ginger root. You get wonderful balance, elegance and power all in one place. Only 3,700 bottles were made.

Clear ruby garnet with brightening on the rim. Seductive nose, cherries and raspberries, mint and eucalyptus, pepper and nutmeg. Harmonious and elegant palate, complex interplay of fruit and savouriness, structured, refreshing acidity and ripe tannins, persistent, salty finish.