Giulia Negri Marassio Barolo 2021 750ml
Description
Giulia Negri shattered glass ceilings with the elegance of her wines. As one of Barolo’s few female winemakers, she crafts Nebbiolo that speaks softly but carries profound depth. This 2021 Marassio, from a vintage that challenged everyone, showcases her deft touch in difficult conditions.
The young 2021 vintage demanded decisions – pick early and risk greenness, or wait and risk rain? Negri’s choice to harvest in multiple passes captured optimal ripeness from each section of Marassio. It’s precision viticulture meeting intuitive winemaking, with remarkable results.
Even in youth, this wine shows breeding. The aromatics offer fresh roses and violets with unusual intensity, while bright red fruits provide energy and lift. There’s a purity to the expression that speaks to careful winemaking – no heavy extraction or excessive oak to mask the vintage’s challenges.
The palate surprises with its completeness. Despite 2021’s difficulties, Negri has crafted a wine of real substance. The tannins are present but incredibly fine, creating structure without aggression. Bright acidity drives the wine forward, while concentrated fruit flavors are balanced by emerging savory notes.
Giulia Negri’s 2021 Marassio proves that great winemakers find ways to succeed regardless of conditions. While it may not achieve the heights of more favorable vintages, it offers character and authenticity that make it compelling. For those following Barolo’s new generation, this provides an inspiring chapter.
- Producer
- Giulia Negri
