Notes of: Raspberry

Notes of: Leather

Notes of: Clove

Notes of: Sour Cherry

Notes of: Earthy

Notes of: Graphite

Scanavino

Scanavino Barolo

Italy, Piemonte

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

4.1

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Scanavino Barolo is a premium red wine produced by the Scanavino winery in the Barolo appellation of Piedmont, Italy. The wine is made from Nebbiolo grapes grown in the region's unique vineyard features, including steep slopes and a mix of clay and limestone soils. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including long maceration and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a full-bodied and complex wine with notes of dark fruit, leather, and spice. The wine's style is characterized by its firm tannins and high acidity, making it a perfect pairing for hearty meat dishes and aged cheeses. Overall, Scanavino Barolo is a top-quality wine that showcases the best of the Barolo appellation.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Scanavino Barolo is a full-bodied and robust Italian red wine.On the nose, it has aromas of dried cherry, raspberry, leather, and spice. On the palate, it has flavors of ripe cherry, sweet tobacco, and a hint of licorice. The finish is long and silky, with lingering tannins. A perfect expression of Barolo, this wine is sure to please any red wine lover.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Bold

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Searing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

High

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Nebbiolo

ORIGINS

Winery: Scanavino

Region: Piemonte

Piemonte, located in the northwest of Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. It is home to some of the most iconic wines, such as Barolo and Barbaresco, and is renowned for its stunning landscapes and centuries-old winemaking traditions. It is also home to the world famous sparkling wine Moscato d’Asti. The history of winemaking in Piemonte dates back to the ancient Romans, who planted the first vines in the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of some of the world's finest wines. The region's winemaking industry was revolutionized by the introduction of the modern winemaking techniques of the French. This led to the emergence of some of the most iconic wines of the region, such as Barolo and Barbaresco.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.1

0 Review