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Barolo, 2013 Red Wine

Cantine Ascheri Giacomo - Pisapola, Piedmont

Bottle size: 75cl

ABV: 14%

Price:

£79.00

21 In Stock

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Description

Vintage & Background
The 2013 vintage in Barolo is widely celebrated as a classic year, marked by a long, even growing season that allowed Nebbiolo to ripen slowly and develop exceptional aromatic precision and structure. Cantine Ascheri Giacomo sources this Barolo from the Pisapola cru in Verduno, an area known for producing particularly perfumed and refined expressions of Nebbiolo. Ascheri’s style tends toward clarity and balance, and in 2013 this results in a wine that combines early approachability with the capacity for graceful ageing.

Appearance & Nose
The wine shows a deep garnet red colour with youthful brightness, just beginning to hint at evolution at the rim. The nose is ethereal and elegant, opening with aromas of ripe red cherry and raspberry, intertwined with classic notes of violet. Layers of sweet spice, rose petal, and a subtle earthy undertone emerge with aeration, giving the bouquet both lift and complexity.

Palate & Texture
On the palate, the wine is round and harmonious, with a velvety texture that reflects careful extraction and balanced ripeness. Flavours of red fruits—cherry and wild strawberry—are complemented by hints of liquorice, spice, and light tobacco. The structure is present yet refined, with fine-grained tannins and a fresh acidity that provides lift. The finish is persistent, showing both elegance and a gently austere, savoury edge typical of Verduno Barolo.

Maturity & Drinking Window
This Barolo is entering an excellent drinking phase, where its primary fruit is still vibrant but beginning to integrate with more complex secondary notes. It will continue to evolve over the next 10–15 years, gaining further nuance and softness if stored in ideal cellar conditions.

Food Pairing & Serving Suggestions
Serve at around 15–16 °C and decant to allow the aromatics to fully open. It pairs beautifully with roasted or grilled red meats, game dishes, and slow-cooked stews. Traditional Piedmontese cuisine, particularly dishes featuring truffle or rich sauces, will complement its structure and aromatic depth.

Overall Impression & Verdict
2013 Ascheri Barolo Pisapola is a poised and expressive wine that captures both the elegance of Verduno and the pedigree of a great vintage. With its floral aromatics, silky texture, and persistent finish, it offers immediate charm while retaining the structure and balance to reward further ageing.

Condition

Good condition

Reviews

93 points – Wine Spectator
94 points – James Suckling
93 points – Wine Enthusiast

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