2020 Paolo Scavino Barolo ‘Bric del Fiasc’ Piedmont

Winemaker Notes: In the Fiasco vineyard the Tortonian and Helvetian soils cross each other combining a great finesse and power. Classy and classic expression of Nebbiolo which requires time to develop all its complexity is Bric dël Fiasc®. The texture characterizes this Barolo: earthy imprint, density of fruit, vibrant and refined tannins. The acidity supports the important structure of this Barolo and lifts the nose which is complex, mineral, balsamic. Little red fruits and licorice are typical notes in Bric dël Fiasc.

CRITICAL ACCLAIM


Wine Spectator - "An alluring red, this invites you in with aromas and flavors of rose hip, cherry, currant, earth, mineral, tobacco and sweet spices. Firm and beautifully balanced, with finesse and tension between the delicate flavors and energetic tannins, showing excellent intensity and length. Best from 2027 through 2048"


Kerin O’Keefe - "The 2020 Bric del Fiasc offers heady aromas of violet, forest berry, new leather, graphite and spice. Boasting a weightless concentration, the elegantly structured palate delivers ripe black cherry, crushed raspberry, orange zest, baking spice and licorice. Velvety tannins provide support..."


James Suckling - "Intense nose with orange rind, savory salted plums, cloves and minerals here with a touch of mussel shell and white pepper. Juicy and powerful with a full body and tightly wound tannins that resolve smoothly into a rich but fine finish. Long and concentrated flavors here. Drinkable now"


Jeb Dunnuck - "The 2020 Barolo Bric Del Fiasc is jeweled red in color and has a great nose of cherry liqueur, violets, lavender, a touch of blueberry, sweet herbs, sweet earth, and balsamic, but it’s pure and fresh. Medium to full-bodied, it has a plush, velvety texture and lovely richness without feeling heavy, and it offers sweet tannins, notes of tea leaf, and a rounder feel, with a long finish. Drink 2026-2046"