# Barolo Monprivato G. Mascarello (2019)

- **Producer:** Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Nebbiolo
- **Region:** Piedmont, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Later
- **Serving temperature:** 18–20 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** rose petals, red cherry, wild berries, raspberry, chocolate, new leather, liquorice, spice, undergrowth, tobacco, mushroom, balsam, black tea, dried pomegranate

## About this wine

Barolo Monprivato G. Mascarello 2019 is a single-vineyard Barolo DOCG from Castiglione Falletto, Piedmont, made from 100% Nebbiolo. The Monprivato vineyard is a monopole, entirely owned by Giuseppe Mascarello, allowing for meticulous vineyard management. The estate is run by the fourth generation of the Mascarello family, who adhere to traditional winemaking principles. The 2019 vintage is noted for its cool growing season, contributing to the wine's balanced profile. The vineyard's southwest-facing slope and marl soils are key factors in the wine's character.

## Interesting facts

- Monprivato is a monopole vineyard, exclusively owned by Mascarello.
- The Michet clone of Nebbiolo is used, known for its refinement.
- The wine is typically bottled six years after the vintage.
- The 2019 vintage received a perfect 100 points from Kerin O'Keefe.

## Food pairing

The wine's firm tannins and full body are well-suited to rich protein dishes, where they can interact with and soften the meat's fats and proteins. The complex aromatic profile of the wine can complement earthy flavors like mushrooms and game, while its subtle spice notes can echo those found in certain sauces.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Barolo Monprivato G. Mascarello begins with hand-harvested Nebbiolo grapes in mid-October. Fermentation occurs in concrete or cement tanks, utilizing a traditional floating cap method for 20 to 25 days. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in medium-sized Slavonian oak barrels (botti) for 30 to 38 months. The wine is typically bottled six years after the vintage.