"The Giuseppe Mascarello 2011 Barolo Perno Vigna Santo Stefano is an opulent and fruit-forward Nebbiolo that shows the ripe side of Monteforte d'Alba. The wine exhibits richness and softness and other succulent characteristics that are correctly associated with the hot 2011 vintage. But this estate always shows a deft hand, most especially when it comes to bringing out the elegance and grace of Nebbiolo. You get those qualities here in the context of a warm vintage." 93rp