G.B. Burlotto - Barolo Castelletto 2021 (750ml)

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Producer	G.B. Burlotto
Country	Italy
Region	Barolo
Subregion	Verduno
Varietal	Nebbiolo
Vintage	2021
Sku	06281
Size	750ml

 

With fruit from Monforte d'Alba, the Comm. G.B. Burlotto 2021 Barolo Castelletto is especially linear and sharp with exacting focus that is underlined by crushed limestone, violet, blood orange and a hint of glossy latex. The effect is brilliant and intense. I came back to my open bottle 12 hours later and found a wine of impeccable balance, with polished tannins and shiny fruit flavors. Gleam and energy best describe the character of this Nebbiolo.

The 2023 Barolo Castelletto offers more notable tension and nervous energy upfront at this early tasting. It’s bright and focused in the glass, with spiced notes of grenadine, anise, wet stones, and clove. The palate has a more vertical feel, with compact, coiled tannins, ripe acidity, and a long-lasting finish. It speaks to the area of Monforte d’Alba and has a more assertive nature, but it’s not quite ready to go and should either be served with richer fatty foods or pork or otherwise given more time. Hold off here and drink 2027-2050.

This is fleshy, providing the structure for cherry, strawberry, rose, hay, iron and wild thyme flavors. Underscored by vivid acidity and malleable tannins that together impart a sense of finesse. Shows superb harmony and length, with a fruity and savory mix on the aftertaste. Best from 2030 through 2048.