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Tasting notes
Score 93/100 · Drink 2017-2030, Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Jun 2016

The 2012 Barolo Arborina is a complete and harmonious wine that plays its cards well. With textbook precision, fruit was harvested exactly 33 days after flowering. Bold aromas of dried cherry, spice, tar, cola and licorice grow in intensity. Only 20% of the wine is aged in new oak. The mouthfeel is silky and firm. The results are balanced and whole. This is a complete and classic Barolo that represents the best side of the vintage.

Critic scores

Critic scores
93
93/100

Average Score

17
17/20

Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com

92
92/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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17 points
Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Score 17/20 · Drink 2016-2038, Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com, Mar 2016

Just mid ruby with orange tinges. Has the same impressive concentration on the nose as the straight Barolo, but overall finer. Orange peel, cherry and spice. More extract and altogether more complexity and length on the finish. (WS)

92 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 92/100 · Drink 2018-2032, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Mar 2016

A wine of delicacy and finesse, the 2012 Barolo Arborina is another wine that offers more in the way of freshness and persistence than power. The flavors are bright and focused throughout, which gives the wine considerable near and medium-term appeal. The classic, incisive Arborina tannins are nicely balanced throughout.

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Elio Altare
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Grape Blend

Nebbiolo

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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