Damilano Cannubi Barolo Nebbiolo 2016

Luis Arguero (@winefromAtoZ)

Damilano Cannubi Barolo DOCG 2016: Medium-full bodied. Medium-plus acidity. Low mild tannins. Inviting fresh aromas with a beautiful garnet color. Bright red fruits. Blackberry. Plum. Earth. Tobacco. Long smooth finish. All in all, a really delightful & impressive Barolo! Powerful & youthful yet elegant; very representative of all things I love about Barolo. Paired perfectly with smoked chicken breast & grilled summer squash. Cheers

Paul T HB

New to Barolo, definitely a 2nd day wine in its youth. Much better than last nights glass, James Suckling 98 "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." Wine Advocate 97 "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."