Library Collection
Barolo
Barolo DOCG Riserva
2004 2001 2000 1999
Grapes
Nebbiolo
Area
Serralunga d'Alba e Barolo
Soil type
High content of limestone and grey marl alternating with sand
Exposure and altitude
South/south-west - 300/400m asl
System
Guyot 4.400-5.000 plants/ha
Harvest
I-II ten days of October
Gradation
14% vol
Temperature
17-18 °C
Size
0,75 L *more formats available depending on the vintage
Technical notes
Vinification:the fermentation is traditional: medium-long (15 days) in stainless steel tanks with floating caps at a controlled temperature (30-31° C). The must remains in contact with the skins for a further 15 days to optimize the extraction of polyphenolic substances and facilitate the start of malolactic fermentation.
Ageing: one year in Allier barriques and two years in large Allier oak barrels (2000 litres). After a light clarification, the wine is bottled for a further period of refinement; the length depends on the characteristics of the vintage, but never less than 24 months.
Shelf-life: The wine will reach its peak in 6-8 years after the harvest, but its life can vary greatly depending on the vintage.
Organoleptic notes
The colour is garnet with intense ruby highlights. The bouquet expresses hints of very ripe fruit and spices. In the mouth, very mature tannins allow the expression of a persistent taste.
Pairings
Ideal with large red meat dishes and medium or mature cheeses. It is also very suitable as a meditation wine.
- 2004
- 2001
- 2000
- 1999
awards
2000
Wine Spectator
90
Espresso
Bibenda
I vini di Veronelli
The Wine Advocate
92
Vinous
92
see also