description Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio Overview
Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio is a Piedmont wine estate founded in 1881 and based in the village of Castiglione Falletto. The domaine is known for producing Barolo using traditional methods, including long aging in large Slavonian oak casks. Mascarello owns the Monprivato vineyard, a 6-hectare site in Castiglione Falletto that the family considers among their finest holdings. The estate also produces a Barolo Riserva from Monprivato in select vintages.
The winery has been managed by multiple generations of the Mascarello family, currently led by Giuseppe Mascarello and his daughter Elena.
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Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio ranks #29 of 393 in the Winery ranking, behind Sadie Family Wines, ahead of Dal Forno Romano.
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What is the most famous cru produced by Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio?
The estate is globally renowned for its traditionally made Barolo from the prized Monprivato single cru. They produce a highly sought-after Riserva from this vineyard only in exceptional years.
When was Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio founded?
The Piedmont producer was founded in 1881 and has been passed down through multiple generations of the Mascarello family. They are widely considered one of the most historic and traditional producers in the Langhe.
What is the winemaking style of Giuseppe Mascarello's Barolo?
The estate employs traditional techniques, including long maceration periods and aging in large, old Slavonian oak casks. They are also famous for avoiding single-vineyard labeling on their classic Barolo, preferring to blend sites.
Where are the Mascarello vineyards located?
The family's vineyards are located in the commune of Castiglione Falletto, particularly the famed Monprivato hill. This area sits in the heart of the Barolo zone in Piedmont, Italy.
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