{"product_id":"seghesio-barolo-castelletto-2021-750ml","title":"Seghesio Barolo Castelletto 2021 750ml","description":"\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Elegant Barolo with dried cherry, rose petals, liquorice, spice and fine structured tannins.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeghesio Barolo Castelletto 2021 is a beautiful example of why Nebbiolo from Piedmont has such a devoted following. It has all the perfume, complexity and structure you expect from a serious Barolo, but with a little more elegance and restraint than some of its bigger, more muscular neighbours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDried cherry, strawberry and rose petals lead the way, followed by orange peel, liquorice, mint and delicate earthy notes. The palate is medium bodied, vibrant and beautifully balanced, with fine structured tannins and fresh acidity giving the wine excellent length. There is plenty happening here, but nothing feels heavy or overdone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eT\u003cspan\u003ehis is a genuine single vineyard Barolo from the highly regarded 2021 vintage, with\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e92 points from Vinous and 92 points from Jeb Dunnuck\u003cspan\u003e. It delivers the elegance, complexity and ageing potential that make Barolo so appealing, without necessarily requiring the rather frightening price tag attached to some of the region's more famous names.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dried cherry, strawberry, crushed rose petals, orange peel, liquorice, mint and subtle earthy notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Medium bodied and elegant with bright red fruit, dried herbs, gentle spice, fresh acidity and fine structured tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long, savoury and beautifully balanced with lingering cherry, liquorice, dried flowers and a delicate earthy character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The Winery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFratelli Seghesio is a family owned producer based in Monforte d'Alba, one of the most respected villages in the Barolo region of Piedmont. The family focuses on traditional expressions of Nebbiolo, producing wines that capture the character of their vineyards while maintaining elegance, balance and excellent ageing potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Castelletto vineyard is situated on the hillsides of Monforte d'Alba, where limestone rich soils and excellent exposure help produce wines with concentration, perfume and distinctive structure. The Barolo is matured for 24 months in large oak casks, allowing the wine to develop complexity without overwhelming the delicate aromatics of Nebbiolo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2021 vintage shows a particularly refined side of Castelletto, with fragrant red fruit, floral notes and beautifully defined tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is something rather appealing about a Barolo that has all the credentials to be taken seriously but does not feel the need to shout about them. This is one of those wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeghesio Barolo Castelletto 2021 has excellent ageing potential, with the structure, acidity and fruit concentration to develop beautifully over the coming decade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended drinking window: 2026 to 2036.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wine is approachable with some aeration now, although another year or two in the cellar should allow the tannins to soften and the savoury complexity to develop further.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2021 Castelletto has received strong international reviews, highlighting its elegance, perfume and classical Barolo structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e92 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePraised for its expressive aromatics, dried cherry, orange peel, rose petals and mint, with particular emphasis on its finesse and understated elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e92 Points, Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecognised for its dried strawberry, liquorice, mint and pine notes, along with its refreshing medium bodied palate and savoury finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2021 is an excellent choice for collectors looking for traditionally styled Barolo with genuine vineyard identity and the ability to reward patient cellaring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fratelli Seghesio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2021\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% Nebbiolo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Monforte d'Alba, Barolo, Piedmont, Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Castelletto Cru\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Barolo DOCG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 750ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Style:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Elegant, Traditional Barolo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Sweetness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Body:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Medium bodied\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eABV:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 14.5%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFarming:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Practising Organic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 24 months in large oak casks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReviews:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 92 Points, Vinous; 92 Points, Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2026 to 2036\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parkhill Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Pack Size 1","offer_id":47803921989849,"sku":null,"price":109.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/8015\/9961\/files\/Seghesio_Barolo_Castelletto_2021_750ml.png?v=1791115580","url":"https:\/\/parkhillcellars.com.au\/products\/seghesio-barolo-castelletto-2021-750ml","provider":"Parkhill Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}