Parusso Barolo (44th Anniversary) Blue Label 2014

94+ points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "Marco Parusso's 2014 Barolo is one of the most stunning wines of the vintage. In 2014, Parusso made a single Barolo that incorporates fruit from Mariondino, Mosconi, Le Coste and most of Bussia. Rich, deep and explosive on the palate, with stunning aromatic presence and overall intensity, the 2014 is remarkably vivid. Beams of supporting tannin give the wine its energy and persistence. Wild cherry, plum, mocha, dried flowers and lavender are some of the many nuances that take shape as this superb Barolo continues to show off its remarkable complexity and personality. The 2014 was vinified with 100% whole clusters and spent 24 months in French oak, 100% of it new. Drink: 2022-2039. (Feb 2018)"

93 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "The 2014 Barolo 44 Annata Blue Label has only seen three editions made, including this one. The Etichetta Blue (blue label) was produced in 2002, 2005 and 2014. These are the vintages in which the Parusso family decided not to make their cru wines. Fruit was blended as one to make this Barolo instead. The yields were very low in 2014 due to severe fruit selection. It no longer made sense to make single-vineyard wines. The crus used here are Bussia, Mariondino and Mosconi. This wine shows beautiful intensity and darkness, with blackberry followed by spice, tar and grilled herb. The wine shows good power backed by tangy acidity and solid structure. The effect is perfumed and layered. Drink: 2020-2035. (Jun 2018)"