Attended the Barolo master class this weekend in NY and had an amazing time. Friday night we were at a table with Franco Masslino and his son. We brought all bottles shown in the first photo to share with the table while also tasting the 09 and 15 from Francis vineyard. The 64 cantina stole the show in my option. Color was fantastic and all 4 advanced age bottles held exceptionally well. Fruit and red floral tones medium tannin and great acid still. Franco agreed it was his favorite of the night. The 6th and 7th photo was all wine brought by guest that were opened Friday night.
Saturday early afternoon we did a 15 bottle tasting and lecture from each producer that flew in from Italy for the event. All but one were 2020 vintage my personal favorites were the Elio Altare and the G.B Burlotto which had fantastic acid very light finish smooth and approachable for how young it is. The Palo Scavino had heavy oak flavor which was not ideal for me but I imagine it may lay down well. I did not use the dump bucket very much for obvious reasons and I feel like I was hit by a truck but it was well worth it. One of the best Barolo events outside of Barolo itself in my opinion.
by grahamk1