2012 Bartolo Mascarello Barolo DOCG, Piedmont, Italy Casal do Ramilo Aged in barrel (50% new)

Aged in barrel (50% new) for 18 months

and 12 months in barrique• 14% abv

but made to feel bright

many over 60 years old—some nearing a century—planted in red

Years of intense biodynamic soil care have helped restore vigor and energy to the old vines

2012 Bartolo Mascarello Barolo DOCG, Piedmont, Italy Casal do Ramilo Aged in barrel (50% new)A classic blend of the estates four historic crusCannubi, San Lorenzo, Ru, and Rocche di La Morrafermented together in keeping with Maria Teresa Mascarellos unwavering traditionalism. Long maceration and spontaneous fermentation in cement, followed by extended aging in large neutral botti, shape a wine of finesse over force in this elegant, early drinking vintage. The 2012 opens with red cherry, rose petal, anise, and orange peel, underpinned by fine,