What kind of wine is Barolo DOCG 2020 - Paolo Scavino

The Barolo DOCG 2020 - Paolo Scavino is made from Nebbiolo grapes sourced from the winery's various crus, a historic winery in the Langhe that combines tradition and oenological precision. It is a red wine of great structure, elegant and harmonious, capable of expressing the authentic identity of the Barolo territory. This wine represents the Scavino family's production philosophy: respect for the vine and a constant search for balance between power and finesse.

Vintage details

The 2020 vintage was characterized by balanced climatic conditions, with well-distributed rainfall and a warm but not excessive summer. The Nebbiolo grapes reached perfect ripeness, ensuring good concentration of aromas and quality tannins. The result is a fresh, fragrant Barolo with a complex profile, which best reflects the peculiarities of the harvest.

Winemaking and aging

The vinification of Barolo DOCG 2020 - Paolo Scavino follows procedures that respect the raw material. After traditional fermentation with maceration on the skins, useful for extracting color and structure, the wine ages for about ten months in French oak barriques. It then rests for a year in large barrels, where it refines its aromatic complexity. Finally, it is bottled without filtration and left to rest for nine months in glass before release. A process that gives the wine balance and depth.

Tasting notes

Color

To the eye, it presents a bright garnet red color, typical of evolved Nebbiolo, which immediately anticipates its elegance and its aptitude for aging.

Nose

The bouquet is broad and refined, with hints of ripe red fruits, withered violets, and spicy notes of licorice and undergrowth. There are also hints of tobacco and cocoa, indicating an evolution already underway but still developing.

Palate

On the palate, Barolo DOCG 2020 - Paolo Scavino offers a solid and harmonious structure. The tannins, dense but polished, accompany a long and enveloping persistence. The balance between strength and finesse is the hallmark of this Barolo, which reveals great potential for evolution.

Food pairings for Barolo DOCG 2020 - Paolo Scavino

This Barolo pairs perfectly with structured dishes, traditional cuisines, and meat or mushroom-based courses. Ideal for accompanying:

• Braised and stewed beef or wild boar
• Beef fillet with truffle
• Risottos with porcini mushrooms or Castelmagno cheese
• Aged and flavorful cheeses

It is also the ideal companion for special occasions, where wine becomes the star of the table.

Storage and aging

How to store Barolo DOCG 2020 - Paolo Scavino is essential to fully appreciate its evolution. It is recommended to keep it in a horizontal position, away from light and at a constant temperature between 12°C and 16°C. This Barolo already expresses great balance, but possesses remarkable aging potential: if stored correctly, it can evolve and refine for over 15 years, offering even more complex aromatic nuances over time.