Massolino Riesling 2021

Massolino Riesling 2021 is a vibrant, dry white from the hills of Piedmont, showcasing how beautifully this noble German grape can express itself in Italian terroir. With its crisp citrus character, green apple freshness and a distinctive clementine-like acidity, it’s a wine built for purity, precision and refreshment. Crafted by one of Barolo’s most respected traditional producers, this Riesling offers a distinctive, cool-climate edge wrapped in Massolino’s hallmark elegance.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2021 Massolino Riesling is pale straw with glints of green, signalling its youth and freshness. The nose is clean and focused, with aromas of lemon zest, lime peel and crisp green apple, supported by hints of white flowers, wet stone and a delicate herbal touch. On the palate, it is bone dry and linear, driven by lively, mouth-watering acidity that recalls clementine and pink grapefruit. Flavours of green apple, lemon, lime and subtle stone-fruit notes unfold over a distinctly mineral backbone, giving the wine both tension and finesse. The finish is long, precise and saline, making each sip feel incredibly refreshing. Enjoyable now for its purity and brightness, this vintage also has the structure to evolve gracefully for 3–6 years in bottle, gaining a touch of complexity and softer edges over time.

Production
Massolino’s Riesling vines are planted in selected, cooler parcels of the Langhe hills in Piedmont, where altitude and significant diurnal temperature shifts help preserve aromatic intensity and crisp acidity. The soils are primarily calcareous marl with layers of clay and limestone, ideal for producing wines with clarity, minerality and finesse. Grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness to retain freshness and precision, then gently pressed to avoid phenolic bitterness. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks, preserving the grape’s delicate aromatics and purity of fruit. The wine is aged sur lie for a short period in tank, adding texture and subtle complexity without overshadowing its bright, incisive character, and is bottled young to capture its energetic, vibrant profile.

Food & Serving
This dry, zesty Riesling is a versatile partner at the table and particularly well suited to seafood and light, aromatic cuisine. Pair it with oysters, ceviche, grilled prawns, steamed mussels or simply prepared white fish, as well as sushi and sashimi. It also shines alongside fresh goat cheese, vegetable-based antipasti, asparagus, green salads with citrus dressings and light pasta dishes featuring herbs or shellfish. Serve well chilled at around 8–10°C to highlight its crisp acidity and mineral drive. Decanting is not necessary; simply open and pour, allowing the wine a few minutes in the glass to unfurl its delicate citrus and floral notes.

Producer
The Massolino estate, founded in 1896 in the village of Serralunga d’Alba, is one of Barolo’s benchmark traditional producers. Long renowned for its expressive, terroir-driven Nebbiolo wines, the family has gradually expanded its range to include carefully crafted whites that reflect the same dedication to authenticity and place. Working in some of the Langhe’s most prized vineyards, Massolino combines meticulous vineyard work with a restrained, classic approach in the cellar. Their foray into Riesling is a testament to the estate’s curiosity and commitment to quality, showcasing how an international variety can be reinterpreted through the lens of Piedmontese terroir. Today, Massolino is widely respected both in Italy and abroad for wines that remain faithful to tradition while offering clarity, precision and a consistently high level of craftsmanship.

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