"The 2023 Langhe Nebbiolo is terrific. Aromatic and medium-bodied, the Langhe Nebbiolo is a fabulous entry-level wine in this range." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous
One of Piedmont's leading lights, Massolino is a perennial standout among Piedmont fans for their super-refined, elegant house style. From the village wines to the single-cru expressions, you'll find captivating profiles that have won critical accolades year in and year out. Of course, the estate's single-vineyard Barolos and Barbarescos get all the attention, but Massolino's unwavering devotion to excellence extends throughout their range, including their incredible value gem, the 2023 Langhe Nebbiolo.
Sourced from younger vines throughout the appellation, this expression is all about the varietal. "So easy yet so satisfying to drink," it's a perfect introduction to Nebbiolo for the uninitiated, and a standout performer for fans who want their Nebbiolo fix without having to splash out for Barolo prices. In short, it's "a total delight" as Galloni puts it. Best of all you can stock up on it as a regular house choice for years to come, as it has enough stuffing to handsomely repay time in the cellar. And sure enough, if you share it with friends, you'll be reaching for a second bottle in no time.
Lithe and lovely, the Massolino 2023 Langhe Nebbiolo lures you in with heady aromas of violet, perfumed berry and cake spice. It's elegant and savory, offering flavors of wild strawberry, bitter orange and star anise accompanied by refined tannins.
92 points, Kerin O'Keefe (Feb 2026)
Massolino’s Langhe Nebbiolo is a classic representation of the house style and the elegant side of the varietal. It pours a gorgeous, translucent ruby color with an aromatic profile to match. Beautiful crushed strawberries and raspberries are accented by a perfumed red floral tone that provides real lift. There’s just a faint touch of the familiar tar character, as this is very much centered on the fruit/floral end of the spectrum. The palate is a bit tight out the gate, but it opens up quickly with bright red fruits that mirror the nose. The lip-smacking, sappy mid-palate comes on with precise balance, leading to a firm, mineral finish, all backed up by a fresh, refined tannic grip. It’s very approachable now, but it’ll also repay a few years in the cellar.
92 points, Andrew Kitz, B-21 Wine Buyer (Sep 2025)
Made mostly from young vines, this brings together fruit from vineyards with diverse altitudes and soil throughout the Langhe, yet it is a very harmonious whole. Gorgeous scents of rose and cherry blossom infuse the dark raspberry backdrop. The equally perfumed and elegantly weighted palate is redolent of pure red berry coulis. Fine, silky tannins are woven in seamlessly. Luscious acidity makes the mouth water. So easy yet so satisfying to drink.
91 points, Michaela Morris, Decanter (Nov 2025)
The 2023 Langhe Nebbiolo is terrific. Aromatic and medium-bodied, the Langhe Nebbiolo is a fabulous entry-level wine in this range. Crushed flowers, cedar, pipe tobacco and sweet dried cherry are all nicely lifted in the glass. What a total delight. 90 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Jan 2026) Pretty cherry, raspberry, floral and menthol flavors, plus a touch of tar, are aligned with a firm structure. This red is balanced, if still a little tight on the finish.
90 points, Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator (Apr 2026)
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