Cantina del Pino Barbaresco 'Ovello' 2016

Violet, star anise, woodland berry and camphor aromas lead the way on this elegant, firm red. The savoury, linear palate delivers juicy Marasca cherry, pomegranate, liquorice and orange zest while taut, fine-grained tannins provide support. It's focused and balanced, with fresh acidity.

98 Points - Wine Enthusiast    Rose, iris, woodland berry and crushed mint aromas shape the irresistible nose on this radiant, classy red. Showing a remarkable combination of structure, elegance and pedigree, the delicious, focused palate delivers juicy red cherry, raspberry compote, star anise and an almost salty minerality while firm but ultrarefined tannins provide seamless support. Bright acidity bestows impeccable balance and youthful tension. Drink 2024–2036. *Cellar Selection*

96 Points - Wine Spectator    This red is rich and sumptuous, even in aroma. Cherry, raspberry, currant and rose flavors abound, shaded by iron, tobacco and hints of wild juniper and thyme. Balanced and firmly structured, with a long, detailed and mouthwatering finish. Best from 2023 through 2040. 

94 Points - Vinous    The 2016 Barbaresco Ovello is fabulous. Bright, punchy and tightly wound, as young Ovello Barbarescos are, the 2016 packs a ton of punch. Crushed rocks, mint, white pepper, sweet red berry fruit and anise reveal themselves with a bit of aeration. The purity of the fruit, searing tannins and translucent energy are what young Ovello is all about. This taut, nervous Barbaresco is classic Ovello and classic Cantina del Pino.