2016 K&L Discovery Series Italy, Barolo (Vintage Release)
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"This is a very special library release. The 2016 vintage is one of the greatest of our lifetime. A forward-thinking family estate, known for their impeccably balanced and polished Barolos, agreed to release a small parcel of their classic 2016 from their cellars for us. Now with years of perfect cellaring, this wine is entering its prime. The tannins have resolved into silk, revealing complex notes of dried cherry, tar, leather, and cocoa. It is a harmonious, complete, and utterly classic Barolo that is ready to drink tonight. A rare chance to enjoy a perfectly aged wine without having to wait."
Staff Reviews
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Kerry Kennell
Review Date: 08/2026Kerry Kennell
Gorgeous waves of cherry and plum, dried lavender, sage, juicy blood orange and a hint of graphite. This is buttoned down a little, which tells me it's a lovely candidate for further aging. It's definitely worthy of a place in your cellar or decant prior to enjoying.
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Simon Li
Review Date: 10/2025Simon Li
This 2016 Barolo from discovery is aromatically stunning red that offering classic notes of dried flowers, red cherry, and a touch of tar. The palate is intense and powerful, showcasing pure red fruit flavors layered with hints of savory spice and earth. Its structure is the main feature, with firm, gripping tannins and vibrant acidity that promise a long life ahead. The finish is exceptionally long and structured, indicating it will evolve beautifully for many years to come.
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Scott Beckerley
Review Date: 10/2025Scott Beckerley
Stupid, stupid, stupid! Both myself and this wine. I finally managed to taste it today; 8 October, and we are out of stock! More coming, luckily! The wine itself is also stupid. An amazingly stupid value! I'm still in shock over the price. Brilliant. So alive with leather, tobacco leaf, cranberry, orange peel, dark cherries. Classic. Elegant. Structured, Cellarable. Orazio has done such a excellent job with this series and this one just knocks it out of the ballpark. I really, really need to grab a few bottles once they arrive before all of our customers do. Which you will. You know you will. You have good taste.
Notes
Every so often, a vintage comes along that is destined for legend. For Barolo, 2016 is one of those years. This wine captures the regal spirit of this celebrated vintage, sourced from a producer known for blending tradition with modernity. By sourcing from top sites, including in the powerful village of Castiglione Falletto, this wine paints a complete picture of a modern classic with the structure to age for decades.
Details
| Origin | Barolo, Piedmont, Italy |
|---|---|
| Type/Varietal | Nebbiolo |
| SKU | 1876804 |