2020 Barolo Ciabot Mentin Ginestra
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The Domenico Clerico 2020 Barolo Ginestra Ciabot Mentin shows really great balance in terms of the oak integration. For the first time, the estate has decided to use large oak casks (removing the barrique entirely), and the results are extraordinary. There is a lot of dark fruit, like cranberry and currant, that holds tight and defines the wine throughout. There is black tea and spice, but these tones work with the fruit not against it. It finishes smooth, with glossy tannins, pretty acidity and a much brighter and lighter overall personality. Only 5,000 bottles were made.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
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Clerico bought this in 1981 from a man called Mentin. South-east facing at 450 m. A very steep site so it sees a great deal of light. Pure marl and Sant’Agata limestone next to the Rüncot of Elio Grasso. Slower-maturing vines. More exposed and drier than Pajana – and with much more varied soils. Here they went from 16,000 to 5,500 bottles. Richer fruit and dried-fruit flavours. Really intriguing. (JR)