{"product_id":"giuseppe-mascarello-barolo-monprivato-2019","title":"Giuseppe Mascarello Barolo Monprivato 2019","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFounded in 1881, Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio is a historic family-run winery located in Monchiero, Piedmont, Italy. The estate has been passed down through generations, with Mauro Mascarello currently at the helm. The winery is renowned for its traditional approach to winemaking, emphasizing low yields, meticulous vineyard management, and minimal intervention in the cellar. Their commitment to expressing the unique terroir of their vineyards has solidified their reputation among Piedmont’s elite producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Winemaker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMauro Mascarello, representing the fourth generation, has been instrumental in upholding the family’s winemaking traditions while introducing subtle innovations. He emphasizes the importance of terroir, ensuring that each wine reflects the character of its specific vineyard. Mauro’s dedication to quality and authenticity has garnered acclaim, particularly for the estate’s single-vineyard wines, which are celebrated for their elegance and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Monprivato vineyard is situated in the commune of Castiglione Falletto, within the Barolo region. This prime hillside site spans over six hectares at 280 meters above sea level and is characterized by silty, calcareous soils rich in active limestone, composed of blue-grey marl from the Helvetian era of the Miocene epoch. The vineyard’s southwest exposure and continental climate with significant diurnal temperature variations contribute to the development of Nebbiolo grapes with vibrant acidity, deep color, and complex aromatic profiles. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eGrapes are hand-harvested in mid-October and undergo traditional floating cap fermentation for 20 to 25 days. The wine is then matured in medium-sized Slavonian oak barrels for approximately 38 months, allowing it to develop complexity and balance while retaining its varietal purity. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe 2019 Barolo Monprivato exhibits a garnet red color with orange highlights. On the nose, it offers complex aromas of rose, strawberry, cherry, mineral, and underbrush. The palate is full-bodied and racy, showcasing flavors of crunchy red cherry, juicy strawberry, black tea, and white pepper, culminating in notes of star anise and salty mineral. The wine is well-structured with integrated tannins and a long, mineral-inflected finish. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis Barolo pairs excellently with a variety of dishes, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOxtail pappardelle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCannelloni with beef\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRoasted grouse with porcini mushrooms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGrana Padano cheese \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIts vibrant acidity and complex flavors complement both hearty and savory dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTo fully appreciate its nuances, decant the wine for 1 to 2 hours before serving. Serve at a temperature of 18–20°C (64–68°F) in large, tulip-shaped glasses to allow the aromas to fully develop. This approach enhances the wine’s expressive bouquet and balanced palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWhile the 2019 Barolo Monprivato is approachable now, it possesses the structure and acidity to age gracefully for 20 to 30 years. Proper cellaring conditions—cool temperatures, consistent humidity, and minimal light exposure—will allow the wine to develop additional complexity and depth over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; Percentage Used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e100% Nebbiolo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e14.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWine Spectator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e: 97\/100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKerin O’Keefe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e: 100\/100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJeb Dunnuck\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e: 98\/100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJancis Robinson\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e: 18+\/20 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"One Red Dot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922327191766,"sku":null,"price":2148.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/GiuseppeMascarello_BaroloMonprivato_5c88f3c3-9483-4a99-ba18-70d24525d674.png?v=1773668545","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/giuseppe-mascarello-barolo-monprivato-2019","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}