Tasting Note: Opens with aromas of cherry, raspberry, and a touch of baking spice, followed by hints of tobacco and earth. On the palate, it's smooth and savory, with red fruit, clove, juicy acidity, and fine-grained tannins that provide structure without being too heavy. This wine is delightful now, but don’t forget to decant it first, and it pairs beautifully with rich beef or lamb dishes.
Aging Potential: Approachable now but will age gracefully for the next decade. Optimal drinking window: 2027–2035.
Why It Stands Out: Combines classic Nebbiolo elegance and captivating aromas, offering exceptional quality and aging potential at an unbeatable value.
About the Producer: Founded in the late 1800s by Piero Coppo, Coppo is a historic estate in Canelli, known for its UNESCO World Heritage cellars. Originally famous for Moscato, the winery shifted focus to Barbera in the 1980s and now excels in crafting traditional red varieties, including Barolo. Aged 36 months in large oak casks, this wine reflects Coppo's legacy of quality winemaking.
Critic Notes:
- "Coppo's 2020 Barolo is a very pretty, inviting wine. Wild red cherry, spice, orange peel, cedar and pipe tobacco offer lovely aromatic intensity to play off the wine's pliant, open-knit fruit. Soft, creamy tannins wrap it all together through the sustained, silky finish. This is a fine Barolo. Drink it over the coming seven to ten years." - 93 Points, Vinous