ForteMasso Castelletto Barolo 2018

Bright, brilliant ruby in colour, slightly lighter at the rim. Fragrant and spicy on the nose, with subtle peppery hints at first, then rich raspberry fruit and memories of ripe red currants; the wine echoes with a subtle aroma of sweet spices. Clear on the palate, with beautiful tension and tightly woven, salty tannins; radiant and with a long, harmonious finish. Score – 93. (Othmar Kiem & Simon Staffler, falstaff.com, July 10, 2022)