The 2018 E Pira & Figli (Chiara Boschis) Barolo Cannubi is a notable red wine crafted from Nebbiolo grapes in the renowned Barolo appellation of Piedmont, Italy. This vintage stands out for its balanced profile and appealing characteristics.
James Suckling awarded the wine a score of 94, highlighting its "deep and seductive" nose and palate, with notes of crushed red berries and a soft mineral base. He commented on its full body and silky tannins, describing it as "compact and delicious even now, but better with another year in bottle" (jamessuckling.com, 10/2/2022).
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gave this Barolo an impressive 98 points, praising its "classic playlist of true Nebbiolo aromas" including wild berry, rose, dried lilac, and a touch of white truffle. The review emphasized the floral aromas and lifted fruit as the protagonists of this balanced expression. The wine is certified organic, with production limited to 3,594 bottles from less than one hectare of land in the Cannubi sub-appellation. The reviewer concluded, "This is one of the best wines of the vintage" (Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 6/23/2022).
Antonio Galloni of Vinous rated the wine 93, noting its "soft, open-knit and gracious" nature, typical of the 2018 vintage. He described the wine as a "real charmer," with sweet red cherry, cinnamon, mint, cedar, and dried rose petal notes, making it easy to appreciate upon release (Vinous, 2/1/2022).
Wine Spectator gave it a score of 95, remarking on its elegance and seamless integration of rose, cherry, mint, menthol, and mineral flavors. The review noted its firm yet balanced finish, with echoes of cherry and menthol on the saline finish, suggesting it will be best enjoyed from 2025 through 2042 (Wine Spectator, 9/30/2022).
The Wine Independent also rated the wine 94, describing it as "delicate" on the nose with aromas of cream, spice, new leather, and meadow flowers. The palate is described as harmonious and ethereal, with fine, sandy-textured tannins integrated into the body of the wine, creating a poised and beautiful overall experience (The Wine Independent, 7/13/2022).
This 2018 Barolo Cannubi from E Pira & Figli (Chiara Boschis) is a well-regarded wine that combines classic Nebbiolo characteristics with a modern, balanced approach, making it a standout choice for both immediate enjoyment and long-term aging.