Massolino Barolo Margheria 2020

95+ points Luca Gardini: "From the homonymous cru, a substantial part of the history of the typology. An imposing aroma, sensations of wild strawberry, with juniper and laurel lashes and shades of gardenia. Mouthfeel with brackish tannins, fruity-floral and long persistence. (Apr 2024)"

95 points Kerin O'Keefe: "Aromas of ripe wild berry, dark spice, camphor and blue flower form the alluring nose on the 2020 Margheria from Massolino. Smooth and concentrated, the delicious palate offers ripe raspberry, Morello cherry and star anise alongside tightly woven, polished tannins. Drink: 2028-2035. Abv: 14.5%. (Jan 2024)"

95 points James Suckling: "I like the freshness and vivid red-fruited character. Medium-bodied with firm, slightly chewy tannins. It’s compact and structured with a tense and lively aftertaste. Vivid and bright with hibiscus undertones to the orange and berry character. Try from 2027, but already very pretty. (9/16/24)"

94 points Wine Enthusiast: "This Margheria Barolo is a stunning expression of elegance, with captivating high-toned fruit and delicate hints of strawberry tops. The palate is refined and graceful, with fine-grained tannins and mouthwatering acidity that enhance the pure, precise flavors. A true embodiment of finesse, this wine is a standout example of the cru's potential. Drink 2026-2045. Alcohol 14.5%. (Sep 2024)"

93 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2020 Barolo Margheria is a very pretty wine that shows the gentler side of the year. Dried herbs, menthol, incense, new leather and licorice all take shape in the glass. The 2020 is a soft, uncharacteristically open-knit Margheria that will drink well with only minimal cellaring. Drink: 2026-2040. (Jan 2024)"

93 points Audrey Frick (JebDunnuck.com): "The medium red 2020 Barolo Margheria takes a spicier but equally elegant profile, with notes of dried cranberries, anise, dried flowers, and gravelly earth. It gains in intensity through the palate, with good concentration, a slightly more broad-shouldered feel, ripe tannins, and a savory note of tea leaf on the finish. The warmth of the vintage impacts the wine a bit, but it retains good freshness at this stage. Drink: 2025-2035. (5/13/24)"