

Barolo Riserva
Barolo DOCG Riserva
Grapes
Nebbiolo
Area
Serralunga d'Alba
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
Technical notes
Vinification: the fermentation is traditional: medium-long (15 days) in stainless steel vats with a floating cap at a controlled temperature (30-31° C). The must then stays in contact with the skins for further 15 days to optimize the extraction of the polyphenolic substances and help start the subsequent malolactic fermentation.
Ageing: one year in barriques from Allier and two year in oak casks still from Allier (2000 lt). After a soft clarification, the wine is bottled for a further period of maturation in the bottle, the lenght depends from the characteristics of the vintages, but never less than 24 months.
Shelf-life: The wine will reach its peak 6-8 years after the harvest, but its life can vary considerably depending on the vintage.
Tasting notes
Ruby highlights still show on its deep garnet red colour, while its intense, clear-cut nose hints at black cherry, tobacco, dried mushrooms, spices such as nutmeg and pepper, and balsamic aromas conjuring up resin and mint. Sweet, velvety tannins blend nicely on its warm, smooth taste with fresh acidity, helping to ensure a long finish.
Pairings
Ideal with big red meat dishes and medium or mature cheeses, it can also make for pleasant after-dinner company.
2007
Merano
Award Rosso
Falstaff
91
Decanter
Gold Medal - 95 pts
Wine Spectator
93
Vinous
93 +
James Suckling
90
The Wine Advocate
95