Palladino

Barolo 'Parafada' 2018

93+

The 2018 Barolo Parafada is one of Palladino's most celebrated and recognized wines. With fruit from Serralunga d'Alba, this is an incredibly firm and compact expression with sheer power that comes forth as black cherry, spice, rusty nail and dried rose. The bouquet offers a terrific level of depth and brawn. These wines from Palladino perform very nicely in this controversial vintage, and these are some of the safest bets for long cellar aging.

Palladino

Barolo 'Parafada' 2018

91

Some bright red fruit on the nose and palate, together with some more savory, nutty notes. Full-bodied with integrated tannins and a slight alcohol heat to the palate but outstanding nonetheless. Drink from 2023.

Palladino

Barolo 'Parafada' 2018

90

Seductive aromas of liquored cherries, violets, savory spice and wild herbs lift from the glass. Wild strawberry, forest floor and porcini mushroom notes grab your attention on the palate as the well-defined tannins give density while the crunchy acidity gives lift. Drink 2025–2040.