Mascarello Villero Barolo 2020 – Castiglione Falletto, Piedmont
by Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio
From the historic Villero cru in Castiglione Falletto, Mascarello Villero 2020 is a classical, long-lived Barolo that combines aromatic lift with formidable structure. The Mascarello family’s traditional approach — extended macerations and ageing in large Slavonian oak botti — preserves vineyard character and Nebbiolo purity.
Villero is known for producing Barolo of depth, tension, and mineral precision.
Villero’s soils and exposure yield wines of firm structure and savoury complexity.
The 2020 vintage in Barolo delivered balance and clarity, with ripe yet vibrant fruit and fine-grained tannins — a year marked by harmony and precision.
Traditional élevage ensures the cru’s personality remains front and centre.
Nose
Rose petal, red cherry, raspberry, dried cranberry, anise, subtle tar and earth
Palate
Structured and linear — bright red fruit, firm tannins, lively acidity, notes of tobacco, spice, and mineral undertones
Finish
Long, savoury, and persistent with classic Nebbiolo grip and aromatic finesse
• Single-vineyard Barolo from the Villero cru
• Crafted by one of Barolo’s most respected traditionalists
• Large oak ageing for purity and longevity
• Serious ageing potential (20+ years)
• A benchmark for structured, terroir-driven Barolo
Braised beef • game • truffle dishes • mushroom risotto • aged cheeses • refined Piedmontese cuisine
Mascarello Villero Barolo 2020 is a refined yet powerful expression of Nebbiolo — structured, mineral, and deeply age-worthy. It captures the precision and gravitas of the Villero cru while remaining elegant and classically styled.
