2016 Massolino Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva Etichetta Nera Barolo DOCG

The 2016 Massolino Barolo, marked by a distinctive black label, is a highly sought-after collector's item known for its exceptional aging potential.

Producer

Massolino

Region

Barolo Region, Serralunga d'Alba, Piedmont

Country

Italy

Varietal

Nebbiolo

Varietal Composition

100% Nebbiolo

Specifications

2016

Vintage

2044

Drink By

ABV

Vinification

Grapes are hand harvested from a 7.5 acre vineyard with vines that average 50 years. The wine is aged for 42 months in Slovenian oak and then another 24 months in the bottle

Occasional wine note

As noted with the 2015 vintage, Massolino is synonymous with world class Barolos. The 2016 offering is so special, though, that Massolino decided to break the tradition of their white labels and here applied a black one. This is a collector's item to be sure. Moreover, of all the wine you might hold in your cellar, this one will likely be the last one standing. I'm not sure I can wait until Cellar Tracker's 2055 drink by date, though! Get it while you can.

What experts say about this wine

100

Falstaff

Bright, powerful ruby with a fine garnet sheen. Inviting and intense nose with notes of cardamom, plum and raspberry, plus some pickled peach. Substantial and dense on the palate, opens with compact tannin in many layers, ripe, dark fruit, plus fine texture, in the finish there are emphatically earthy notes, long finish.

100

Wine Enthusiast

Rose, ripe black-skinned berry and dark spice aromas mingle with camphor and forest floor on this full-bodied red. Combining structure and finesse, the firm palate delivers ripe Morello cherry, black raspberry and licorice. Bright acidity keeps it energized. Give it time to fully develop. Drink 2026–2046.

pairing recommendation