2021 Peironte Barolo
Full-bodied red · M&S Collection (sourced from a reputable estate in Piedmont, Italy)
Vintage: 2021
Type
Full-bodied red
Producer
M&S Collection (sourced from a reputable estate in Piedmont, Italy)
Country
Italy
Vintage
2021
Region & Appellation
Piedmont, Barolo DOCG
Grape Varieties
100% Nebbiolo
Color & Appearance
Translucent ruby red with characteristic pale garnet rim variation and medium-high viscosity.
Aroma Profile
Perfumed bouquet featuring dried rose petals, tart red cherries, wild strawberries, complemented by subtle notes of leather, star anise, and earthy forest floor.
Tasting Notes
An elegant yet structured palate opening with vibrant red fruit, developing layers of licorice and tobacco, culminating in a long, dry, and mineral-driven finish.
Flavor Profile
Red cherry, cranberry, dried fig, accented by savory herbs, white pepper, and a touch of tar and dried earth.
Body & Texture
Medium-full body with a silky initial texture that tightens into firm, assertive, yet fine-grained tannins typical of young Nebbiolo.
Acidity & Tannins
High, refreshing acidity balancing a prominent structure of high, firm, and drying tannins.
Sweetness Level
Bone dry
Alcohol Content
14.0% ABV
Aging & Oak
Aged in traditional large Slavonian oak casks, imparting subtle spice without masking the pure varietal fruit character.
Food Pairings
Braised beef short ribs, truffle risotto, mushroom ragù, and aged Parmigiano-Reggiano.
Serving Suggestions
Serve at 16-18°C in large Bordeaux or Burgundy glasses. Decant for 1-2 hours before serving.
Price Range
$25 - $40 USD
Quality Assessment
89-91 points, representing an accessible premium-tier entry into the world of Barolo.
Production Methods
Traditional vinification involving long maceration times, fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by aging in large neutral oak casks.
Terroir
Hilly terrain with calcareous-clay and marl soils, benefiting from excellent sun exposure and significant diurnal temperature variations.
History & Heritage
Barolo is historically known as the 'Wine of Kings and King of Wines', historically championed by the nobility of Turin and the House of Savoy.
Interesting Facts
Nebbiolo gets its name from 'nebbia', the Italian word for fog, which frequently blankets the hills of the Langhe during the late autumn harvest.
Cellaring Potential
Approachable now with decanting, but possesses the structure to evolve gracefully over the next 5 to 10 years.
Similar Wines
Other entry-to-mid-tier Barolos from the Langhe, Produttori del Barbaresco Langhe Nebbiolo, or Valtellina Superiore.