Palladino

Barolo 'Ornato' 2015

91

Veronica Santero, the niece of Maurilio Palladino, is the winemaker here, producing a number of Barolos from Serralunga, and the Ornato bottling has been made since 2009. The nose is rich and vibrant, with raspberry coulis and dried herb aromas. Although dense and full-bodied, this has a velvety texture as well as formidable tannins. There's only moderate acidity but there's enough extract and grip to give a long, persuasive finish. Drinking Window 2021 - 2036

Palladino

Barolo 'Ornato' 2014

93

Quite a forward style for the vintage with notes of brambleberries, hazelnuts, mahogany, tobacco, cigar box and loads of rose stems. The palate is held together by chewy tannins, while the acidity provides a refreshing reprieve. Not the most approachable Barolo right now, but it should show very nicely if you give this until 2022.​

Palladino

Barolo 'Ornato' 2014

91

Aromas of red berry, leather and rose petal take shape in the glass. The structured juicy palate offers red cherry, clove, tobacco and a touch of cinnamon alongside youthfully austere tannins and bright acidity. Drink 2021–2029