Massolino

Franco Massolino has done a wonderful job of marrying change with a respect for tradition. Grapes are sourced from several vineyards in the commune of Serralunga d'Alba, from up to 60-year old vines, resulting in structured, robust and long-lived Barolos.

The Parafada vineyard is located in Serralunga d’Alba at an altitude of 330m asl. Its southern exposure and natural protection from the wind produces an elegant, charming wine unique to Nebbiolo, with a robust, rich yet austere character.

The vineyard “Parussi” is located in Castiglione Falletto at an altitude of 300 m asl. The excellent exposure of the vineyard produces wines with the tannic structure and power typical of Nebbiolo from Castiglione Falletto.

The “Vigna Rionda” vineyard is in one of the best positions in Serralunga: when Giovanni and Renato Massolino decided to buy it, they exchanged it for a larger vineyard. It produces a powerful, concentrated wine, suitable for long ageing.