Mascarello/Giuseppe Barolo Monprivato 2016

98 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "The Giuseppe Mascarello 2016 Barolo Monprivato is a beautiful wine that is teeming with energy, depth and electricity. This is a naturally very complex and complete wine, thanks to the extraordinary conditions of this epic growing season. The results are relatable and impactful, as fruit from 2016 shows power, grace and lots of clearly recognized varietal purity. This edition of Monprivato is fine and sensual with soft berry tones that cede to blue flower, candied orange peel, fresh mint and earthy rust. The wine's tannins and structure build momentum and staying power. This wine is large in scope and impressive (released with 15,000 bottles made). Drink: 2025-2050. (10/21/21)"

97 points Wine Spectator: "There is pure cherry and currant fruit hidden beneath a veneer of tannins in this red, along with mint, iron, tea and tobacco accents. Sleek and refined, harmonious and complex, with a long aftertaste of cherry, mint and mineral. This is poised to evolve beautifully over the next two to three decades. Best from 2024 through 2050. 1,659 cases made. (2/10/21)"

97 points and 'Cellar Selection,' Wine Enthusiast: "Red berries, pressed rose, camphor and grilled herbs are some of the aromas that come to the forefront on this stunning wine. Full-bodied and intense, the structured palate delivers cherry marinated in spirits, blood orange, star anise and salty mineral notes set against a backbone of noble tannins. Drink 2026–2036. Alcohol 15%. (Jul 2021)"

Gambero Rosso: "At the height of Langhe's classic style stands a winery founded in the late 19th century and that has since mastered the purest, most integrated form of Barolo. Their grapes are cultivated in splendid vineyards and then worked in large Slavonian oak barrels. Their most prized wine is Monprivato, which began being produced in 1970 in a six-hectare plot."