1987 Bartolo Mascarello - 巴罗洛 - 1 Bottle (0.75L)

Company History: Bartolo Mascarello
The Beginnings: The winery has deep historical roots in Barolo, founded in the early 20th century and brought to legendary status by Bartolo Mascarello, an iconic and uncompromising figure of the region who passed away in 2005. Today, the estate is led with the same artisanal dedication by his daughter, Maria Teresa Mascarello.
The Traditional Philosophy: The winery is considered one of the historic temples of "traditional" Barolo. Unlike many producers who focused on single crus, Bartolo Mascarello has always defended the practice of blending different vineyards (as indicated on the label: Canubbi, S. Lorenzo, and Rocche di Torriglione) to achieve a more complex, complete, and balanced wine that combines the elegance of each distinct terroir.
Production Style: In both the vineyard and the cellar, utmost respect for tradition is maintained: spontaneous fermentations in truncated-cone wooden vats without temperature control, long maceration periods, and the exclusive use of large Slavonian oak casks, while strictly rejecting the use of barriques. The hand-drawn labels by the family are also famous, serving as a symbol of independence and free thought.
ing Notes and Ratings (1987 Vintage)
The 1987 vintage in Piedmont was generally considered complex and not among the warmest or most powerful of the decade, but the wines crafted by great traditional interpreters like Bartolo Mascarello demonstrated admirable longevity and finesse.
Tasting Notes:
Color: Pale garnet red, with typical orange reflections and a transparent rim resulting from long aging.
Nose: A tertiary and evolved wine, opening with delicate notes of old leather, tobacco, damp leaves, underbrush, black tea, iron nuances, and hints of dried or macerated red fruit.
Palate: On the palate, it features a slender, elegant, and "whispered" profile, characterized by marked acid freshness and tannins that have been completely melted, silky, and smoothed over time. A wine of great historical and academic charm, favoring delicacy over power.