Brezza Barolo Castellero 2021 – Barolo

(organic) The wine has a pale ruby color. The nose offers tension, a certain density and a savory spiciness. It opens with notes of nutmeg, licorice, crushed coriander seed, as well as delicate herbal aromas (crushed wild mint, cut thyme, fresh rosemary, fresh tobacco, black tea) and a fragrant and expressive floral bouquet (violet, wild rose, peony). The fruit is elegant and airy – we find notes of bigarreau cherry, morello cherry, blackcurrant, blueberry, raspberry and cranberry, combined with notes of cocoa nibs, mint chocolate and toasted hazelnut in the background. The palate is straight, precise, with a tangy and slightly bitter attack (cranberries, bergamot). We then find notes of raspberry, red cherry, blueberry and blackcurrant, combined with a delicate herbaceous touch (black tea, dried mint, a hint of tobacco and blackcurrant leaf), with chocolatey and roasted touches (cocoa nibs, coffee, toasted hazelnut). The finish is expressive, tangy and sapid, with flavors of tangy fruits (cranberries, red cherry, blackcurrant), as well as a menthol (sweet wild mint) and mineral framework, combined with a smoky and slightly bitter touch. Tannins are polished, powerful and well-structured. Lots of energy, concentration in freshness, but the wine seems closed for the moment.