Palladino

Barolo 'Serralunga' 2021

93

Excellent clarity of bright, fresh cherry jumps out of the glass, followed by nutmeg, rosemary and sage. This really begs a sip – it shows great depth but is tight too, with a refreshing crunch as well as a satisfying chew. The tannins are fairly vigorous though not hard edged. Star anise appears on the backend. An underrated gem, the Palladino estate is located right in the main square of Serralunga d’Alba and produces four Barolo exclusively from the township. This flagbearing bottling blends estate vineyards in Ornato, Parafada and San Bernardino with rented plots in Gabutti and Serra.

Palladino

Barolo 'Serralunga' 2020

96

Fermentation and malolactic is in concrete, and the wine matures for 24 months in 60-hectolitre Slavonian oak barrels. Nebbiolo's violet note here is intoxicating, classically accompanied in Serralunga by cinnamon and wild strawberries, with an almost electric tactile sensation given by hints of blood orange zest. Crisp, with refined tannins, long and polished, showing mineral touches and an amazing cherry kernel finish.

Palladino

Barolo 'Serralunga' 2020

91

Pale garnet; aromas of dried morel cherry, oregano, thyme and coriander. Medium bodied with very good concentration. Very good acidity, medium-full tannins, subdued oak notes; elegant, medium-weight tannins. Very nice typicity and harmony; Approachable now, better in another year or two; peak in 10-12 years.