2018 F Ili Cavallotto Barolo Bricco Boschis

Nebbiolo - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JD 95 WE 95 DC 94 WA 94 VN 92 WS 92
JD 95

jebdunnuck.com, May 2023

The 2018 Barolo Bricco Boschis pours a deep ruby and has spiced and enveloping aromatics of cigar box, leather, pure red cherry, and turned earth. This medium-bodied red is approachable and graceful, with moderate tannins...
WE 95

Wine Enthusiast, September 2022

Capturing the freshness and finesse of the vintage, this has classic varietal aromas of rose petal, forest berry, camphor and underbrush. Reflecting the nose, the vibrant, focused palate delivers ripe red cherry, crushed...
DC 94

Decanter, January 2022

Muscular and powerful, don’t search for elegance here. Bricco Boschis is an old style Barolo typical of Alfio Cavallotto and his passion for authentic wines. The concentration and power are impressive for the 2018...
WA 94

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, June 2022

The Cavallotto 2018 Barolo Bricco Boschis (a certified organic wine) is a lovely expression with fruit from one of the most beautiful sites in Castiglione Falletto, measuring 7.3 hectares. The wine is streamlined and...
VN 92

Vinous, February 2022

(92+ points) Cavallotto's 2018 Barolo Bricco Boschis is a powerhouse. A blast of sweet dark cherry, menthol, licorice, gravel and incense hits the palate. Youthful and quite strapping in terms of its presence, the 2018...
WS 92

Wine Spectator, September 2022

A firmly structured, dry Barolo, with a core of cherry and plum shaded by earth and tobacco elements. Turns austere, picking up an underlying mineral streak on the finish. Best from 2025 through 2038. — BS

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Nebbiolo
Country Italy
Region Piedmont
Sub-region Barolo
Appellation Castiglione Falletto
Sub-appellation Bricco Boschis
Vintage 2018
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14%
Closure Cork

The 2018 F Ili Cavallotto Barolo Bricco Boschis is a remarkable wine that showcases the beauty and power of Nebbiolo from the renowned Barolo region in Piedmont, Italy. With a deep ruby color, this red wine exudes elegance and sophistication right from the first pour.

On the nose, the aromas are intense and captivating. Notes of prunes and leather mingle with hints of orange and a touch of grapefruit, creating a complex and intriguing bouquet. As you take your first sip, you will be greeted by a muscular and powerful palate that exemplifies the old-style Barolo typical of Alfio Cavallotto and his passion for authentic wines.

The concentration and power of this wine are truly impressive, especially for the 2018 vintage. The flavors of dark cherry, menthol, licorice, gravel, and incense explode on the palate, leaving a lasting impression. The firm acidity and biting tannins structure the wine and make it built for the long haul.

Despite its youthful nature, the 2018 F Ili Cavallotto Barolo Bricco Boschis already shows great promise. It has a special sense of sharpness and focus that sets it apart. The taut and silky texture is the result of cool nights and warm days, which have shaped the fruit beautifully.

This Barolo is a wine that captures the freshness and finesse of the vintage. It has classic varietal aromas of rose petal, forest berry, camphor, and underbrush. The vibrant and focused palate delivers ripe red cherry, crushed raspberry, wild mint, and star anise, all supported by refined tannins. The bright acidity keeps the wine perfectly balanced.

While the 2018 F Ili Cavallotto Barolo Bricco Boschis is already enjoyable, it has the potential to age for at least another decade or more. It will continue to evolve and develop, revealing even more complexity and depth. This is a wine that will reward patience and is a true gem in the world of Barolo.