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A cult Barolo estate, combining aromatic purity, fine tannins and mineral depth — a benchmark for the region’s most prestigious crus.
An Icon of Castiglione Falletto Since 1921
Founded in 1921 in Castiglione Falletto, at the heart of the Barolo appellation, Paolo Scavino is one of Piedmont’s most renowned estates. Today, it is run by Enrica and Elisa Scavino, the fourth generation, who continue the legacy of Enrico Scavino, a visionary figure of modern Barolo who passed away in 2024. Their philosophy is based on rigorous single-vineyard vinification, balance, and the expression of outstanding terroirs across eight communes.
An Exceptional Viticultural Heritage
The estate covers 30 hectares exclusively within the Barolo appellation, spread across Castiglione Falletto, Barolo, La Morra, Novello, Verduno, Monforte d’Alba, Roddi, and Serralunga d’Alba. Twenty historic crus form this extraordinary patrimony, offering a uniquely precise interpretation of the terroirs.
Major Crus
- Bric dël Fiasc (Castiglione Falletto) — iconic power and elegance.
- Cannubi (Barolo) — nobility and perfect balance.
- Monvigliero (Verduno) — floral delicacy and saline length.
- Ravera (Novello) — structure and age-worthy character.
- Rocche dell’Annunziata Riserva (La Morra) — pinnacle of finesse and complexity.
- Bricco Ambrogio (Roddi) — ample aromatics and immediate charm.
Viticulture — Precision and Respect for the Terroir
The estate practices meticulous, high-precision viticulture:
- parcel-by-parcel vineyard management,
- manual harvesting,
- strict yield control,
- severe selection (up to 30% discarded depending on the vintage).
Fermentations rely on native yeasts, followed by ageing in large traditional casks and carefully measured barrels, preserving fruit purity and terroir transparency.
The Paolo Scavino Style
Paolo Scavino Barolos are defined by purity, aromatic precision and polished tannins. Typical aromas include black cherry, dried rose, fine spices and warm stone. Their texture is elegant and persistent, with outstanding ageing potential (20 to 30 years for top crus).
- Style: refined – precise – floral – long finish
- Main grape: Nebbiolo
- Vineyard: 30 ha / 20 crus / 8 communes
Signature Cuvées
Barolo Bric dël Fiasc — controlled power, intensity and longevity.
Barolo Cannubi — flesh and elegance, a timeless classic.
Barolo Monvigliero — floral finesse and precision.
Barolo Ravera — vertical, deep and structured.
Barolo Carobric — a signature multi-cru blend.
Barolo Riserva Rocche dell’Annunziata — one of the purest and most sought-after expressions of Nebbiolo.
Other wines: Barbera d’Alba, Dolcetto, Langhe Nebbiolo, Sorriso (white).
Key Vintages
- Recent: 2021, 2020, 2019 — precision and freshness.
- Classics: 2016, 2013, 2010 — structured and long on the palate.
- Historic: 1999, 1990 — wines of emotion and longevity.
A Visionary Estate
By pioneering cru selection and adapting élevage to better reveal terroir, Paolo Scavino helped shape the modern Barolo identity. Under Enrica and Elisa Scavino, the style has evolved: less new oak, greater mineral depth, and more grace. Today, it stands as a cult estate, sought after by collectors and connoisseurs around the world.
