Olivero Mario

$49.00750ml

Match a floral-scented, vibrant Barolo with unrepentantly rich dishes.

Terrific with wild mushroom fricassée over polenta,

gnocchi baked with sage in a fontina sauce

or porcini-braised rabbit with truffled pasta.

Eyes:

Ruby

Nose:

Medium Intensity, developing, earthy, floral, red fruits

Mouth:

Medium-Full Bodied, dry, medium-high acidity, average tannin, moderate-high intensity, medium-long finish, roses, black cherry, licorice

Lorenzo Olivero, the affable winemaker for the estate that bears his father's name, loves, loves loves to talk. Each and every conversation is thorough and thoughtful. In 2003, after viticultural studies in Turin, he started a company with his father, acquiring 15 acres of vineyards and making wine with the credo, "Produce a little, but do it well." He is also a founding member of the promotional group, Langa Style.