Bartolo Mascarello Barolo 2008

The nose shows black cherries, violets and rose petals, followed by flavors of cherries, spices, mint and leather. In the mouth the wine is medium-bodied and already quite pleasant, with deep and ripe tannins, but the wine needs time to reach its peak and will reward patience. The finish is persistent, with good freshness, fruit and integrated alcohol. The wine shows the Cantinas characteristics of elegance and balance as opposed to power and extraction. Barolo is a powerful red wine that combines best with strong-flavored dishes like braised beef, game, and rich pastas.