Damilano Barolo Cannubi DOCG 2016 Red Wine

Damilano Cannubi Barolo DOCG 2016

Piedmont, Italy

98 pts. James Suckling:

"The fruit feels so comfortable here, in the ripe-red zone; it ranges from cherry kernel to chocolate-coated red plums to glazed cherries. Integrated hints of bark and sandalwood. Full-bodied with strapping tannins and muscular, imposing structure and power. Notwithstanding, everything is in striking balance and delivered with remarkable precision and grit."

97 pts. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:

"The Damilano 2016 Barolo Cannubi shows depth and a profound nature. This is the DNA of the Cannubi cru, maybe the most celebrated in the appellation with mildly compact, well-draining sandy soils (actually, a mix of 45% sand, 35% silt and 20% clay, to be precise). These conditions contribute to the dark concentration and the firm textural support found here. These assets are particularly apparent in this classic vintage. Dark fruit and dried cherry cede to earthy truffle and licorice. Of these various single-vineyard expressions, the tight tannins on this Cannubi definitely suggest a long drinking window. This wine is my favorite in this flight from Damilano, and this vintage of 40,000 bottles is distinguished by its sheer excellence."

Winemaker Notes

Garnet ruby red with orange reflections. Ample and embracing, with pronounced fruity notes of cherry and plum and notes of tobacco, licorice and cocoa. Harmonious, pleasantly dry with soft tannins, broad and full-bodied. Persistent finish.

Cannubi is a sumptuous wine, perfect with the full-flavoured Piedmontese cuisine such as white truffle-based dishes and braised meat. Ideal with the refined dishes of the great international gastronomy.