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Paolo Scavino is an Italian wine estate based in the village of Castiglione Falletto within the Piedmont region. Founded in 1921, the family-owned winery specializes in producing single-vineyard Barolo wines made from the Nebbiolo grape. Over the decades, the estate has acquired parcels in several of Barolo's designated crus, including Rocche dell'Annunziata and Bric dël Fiasc. The current generation, led by Enrico Scavino, has implemented modern techniques such as temperature-controlled fermentation and shorter maceration times to produce approachable, terroir-driven wines.
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Where is Paolo Scavino based?
The Paolo Scavino estate is based in Castiglione Falletto, one of the key communes of the Barolo appellation in Piedmont. Enrico Scavino became the central modern figure at the family estate founded in 1921.
Which single-vineyard Barolos does Paolo Scavino produce?
The estate is known for site-specific Barolos including Bric dël Fiasc, Cannubi, and Monvigliero, depending on the vintage and holdings. Each comes from a named Barolo cru with a distinct exposure and soil context.
Why was Paolo Scavino considered a modernist Barolo producer?
The estate became associated with shorter macerations and smaller French-oak barrels during Barolo's modernist period. Its approach has evolved, with larger casks also playing an important role in more recent élevage.
How long should Paolo Scavino Barolo age before drinking?
A village Barolo may become approachable sooner, but structured cru wines such as Bric dël Fiasc can develop for well over a decade in a good vintage. Barolo is made from Nebbiolo, whose tannin and acidity make bottle age especially consequential.
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