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2013 Parusso Barolo Mariondino

The 2013 Parusso Barolo Mariondino is an impressive wine from Piedmont, made from Nebbiolo grapes. It's a Barolo that comes across as broad and powerful, with a firm structure and a deep flavor base. Each bottle remains unique and continues to develop in the bottle, a characteristic that wine lovers find fascinating.

the Parusso winery

Marco Parusso and his sister Tiziana craft wines that stand out in the Barolo appellation. Their approach focuses on extracting maximum flavor, structure, and power from the Nebbiolo grape. This is achieved by, among other things, lightly drying the fruit and macerating the grapes with their skins and stems. This creates a firm core of tannins that only fully softens after extended aging. Parusso combines power and elegance in a way that makes their wines instantly recognizable.

tasting of 2013 Parusso Barolo Mariondino

When poured, the Mariondino opens gently with dark fruit notes, spices, leather, and a hint of moist tobacco. On the palate, the wine reveals its texture and substance, with a firm tannic structure that indicates it is still too young to fully appreciate. The wine is rich and layered, with aromas that slowly develop. Monica Larner of The Wine Advocate awarded the wine 94 points, highlighting its power and elegance, with a firm core that will only fully unfold with age. Drinking times from 2020 to 2040 are ideal to follow its complex evolution.

wine and food pairings

This Barolo pairs well with rich dishes, such as braised beef, game, truffle dishes, or robust cheeses. The firm tannins and deep fruit notes give the wine a natural balance with more intense flavors. A slow-cooked dish or a game stew is an ideal match.

maturation and storage

At Grandcruwijnen, this powerful Barolo is safely stored in a climate-controlled wine warehouse. The temperature and humidity are optimal, allowing the wine to fully develop its potential. Decanting this wine is recommended to fully develop its aromas and structure.

Want to order 2013 Parusso Barolo Mariondino online?

At Grandcruwijnen, you can easily order this unique Barolo online or pick it up. If you choose pickup, you'll see the discount immediately at checkout. This way, you'll acquire a wine that combines power, elegance, and impressive aging potential—a wonderful experience for lovers of complex Nebbiolo wines.

Specifications

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Available as of Aug 14, 2025
Packing information Giftbox
Type of Wine Red
Country Italy
Region Piemonte
Appellation Barolo
Winery Parusso
Grape Nebbiolo
Biological certified No
Natural wine No
Vegan No
Vintage 2013
Drinking as of 2020
Drinking till 2038
Alcohol % 13
Alcohol free/low No
Content 1.5 ltr
Oak aging Yes
Sparkling No
Dessert wine No
Closure Cork
Parker rating 94
James Suckling rating 94
Vinous rating 94
Tasting Profiles Aards, Boers, Complex, Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Mineraal, Rood fruit, Tannines
Drink moments Indruk maken, Lekker luxe

Professional Reviews

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Parker

94

James Suckling

94

Vinous

94

Wijnhuis

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The story of the Parusso family is one of dedication, passion and a constant desire to improve through experimentation. Their dedication to their craft drives them to rediscover knowledge, traditions and the ancient vineyard skills of their ancestors. It is important to understand how each generation of the Parusso family has impacted the winery that exists today. In 1901, Gaspare Parusso purchased the Mariondino plot, the first vineyard purchased by the Parusso family. A few years later, in 1925, the family acquired the "Rovella" farm, where their cellar now overlooks the Rocche vineyard. In 1971, Gaspare's son Armando started making his own grapes under the Parusso family label and when his son Marco finished oenological school in Alba in 1986, he joined Armando in Parusso and they continued making wine together. Three years later, in 1989, Armando bought the Munie vineyard in the hamlet of Bussia.

The history of the Parusso family has evolved over 120 years, from a family of farmers to a family of winemakers. Parusso wines continue to gain international acclaim while staying true to tradition, family values and ultimately respect for the land that has been in their family for over 100 years.

It is fundamental for them to build a perfect symbiosis with the earth. In addition to traditional techniques, we have developed the technique of micro-zoning of soils based on the personalization of different plots and the use of specific fertilizers and pruning methods, depending on the type of soil on which the vineyard is located. In addition, they use high-quality humus and special microorganisms to give the soil the maximum amount of nutrients and oxygen to make it rich, healthy and airy. Between the rows we grow the natural grass to develop a deep radical system that helps the plants become healthy, disease resistant and stable.

Parusso is located in the land where Nebbiolo, a vine capable of giving strong emotions, best expresses its qualities. They grew up in the Cascina Rovella, in the Bussia area, on the edge of the hill that descends from Monforte d'Alba to Castiglione Falletto and overlooks the town of Barolo. They are now located in the heart of the Barolo district, where the two types of soil, Tortonian and Elvezian, have formed mounds that mix and merge into a perfect unity. Limestone, clay, marl and sand, expertly mixed by nature gives a rich soil characterized by incredible diversity.

Today, the Parusso company manages 28 hectares of vineyards in the municipalities of Monforte d'Alba and Castiglione Falletto. Marco and Tiziana take advantage of the work of 10 people in the company. In 2019, Giulia, Tiziana's daughter, and Francesco, Marco's son, joined the company, paving the way for the fifth generation. The Parusso family owns plots of land in the sought-after 'cru' vineyards of Barolo, such as Bussia, Mariondino, and Le Coste-Mosconi. By using only natural yeast cells (lovingly referred to as 'the mother of his wines' by Marco) and by putting his modern cellar entirely at the service of the grape, each piece of land is expressed differently in his wines. Marco Parusso knows his terroir and knows exactly how to express this characteristic soil in his wines.

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