2016 Paolo Scavino, Barolo, Rocche dell’Annunziata Riserva 1x750ml

Vinous 94

The 2016 Barolo Riserva Rocche dell Annunziata is done in a much more nervy, taut style than Scavino fans have come to expect over the years. That s not necessarily a bad thing, but there is no question the 2016 represents a pretty significant stylistic shift from the past for this bottling. Whether that is unique to the 2016 or an approach that will carry through in coming vintages remains to be seen. Objectively the 2016 feels a bit clenched and lacking the inner sweetness the Riserva has shown in the past. Crushed flowers, mint, rose petal, sweet red cherry and orange zest lend nuance to this taut, classically austere young Barolo from Scavino. [Antonio Galloni, 21/06/2022]

Anticipated maturity: 2024-2041