Vigna La Rosa
Barolo
Barolo DOCG
Vigna La Rosa
2022 2021 2020 2018 2017
Grapes
Nebbiolo
Area
La Rosa Vineyard, MGA Fontanafredda, Serralunga d’Alba
Soil type
14% sand, 55% silt, 31% clay
Exposure and altitude
South, south-west - 250-310m slm
System
Guyot 4.200 plants/ha
Harvest
I - II decade of October
Gradation
14,5% vol
Temperature
18-20°C
Size
0,75 L - 1,5 L - 3 L
Technical notes
Vinification: The grapes harvested during the day are taken to the winery in small perforated 20 kg crates, destemmed and not crushed to avoid damaging the skins, which are very delicate in the Nebbiolo variety. Fermentation then begins in wooden vats at a temperature between 26 and 28°C. At the end of fermentation, the new wine remains in contact with the skins for another 4-5 days, with the cap being lightly sprayed with water in order to extract as many noble substances as possible from the skins, which will contribute to the richness of the finished product.
Aging: As soon as the coarser solids have settled to the bottom of the tank where the wine has been racked, it is transferred to medium sized oak barrels (30-50 hl) where it rests and matures for about 24 months. Further aging in the bottle for about 12 months prepares the wine in the best possible way for sale.
Tasting notes
Ruby red color with garnet reflections. The bouquet is broad, gentle, but intense with clear hints of wilted rose, violet, tobacco, undergrowth, and light vanilla. On the palate, the tannins are dense and thick: the attack is soft, almost velvety, then explodes into a sensation of fruit well balanced by acidic freshness. The finish is very long and rich in flavor.
Pairings
Barolo is the perfect pairing for rich, traditional dishes, such as traditional Piedmontese meat main courses and medium aged cheeses. But the versatility of this wine also lends itself to unique pairings from around the world: from aromatic Argentine asado (grilled meat) to French cassoulet, to the intense and spicy flavors of Moroccan lamb tagine. If you like, it can also accompany post dinner conversation or a “special” toast!
awards
2021
Kerin O'Keefe
96
2020
Wine Enthusiast
93 Cellar Selection
Jeb Dunnunck
94
Kerin O'Keefe
96
Jeb Dunnunck
94
2018
The Wine Hunter
Gold
James Suckling
91
Wine Enthusiast
95
Wine Spectator
92
Merano
Award oro
Doctor Wine
96
Bibenda
Vini Buoni d'Italia
Gardini
92
2017
Wine Spectator
93
Go Wine
3 Impronte
Bibenda
Decanter
91
Doctor Wine
95
WOW (Civiltà del bere)
Medaglia Oro
Merano
Award Oro
Jeb Dunnunck
92
James Suckling
92
Vini Buoni d'Italia
Wine Enthusiast
95
2016
Merano
Award Oro
Gardini
96
Vini Buoni d'Italia
I vini di Veronelli
Doctor Wine
95
Falstaff
92
Decanter
Platinum Medal - 97 pts
James Suckling
95
The Wine Advocate
91
Bibenda
Wine Enthusiast
95
Wine Spectator
96
2015
Merano
Award Oro
Bibenda
I vini di Veronelli
Decanter
Silver Medal - 91 pts
Vinous
93
James Suckling
93
The Wine Advocate
92
Wine Enthusiast
94
2014
Prosit
Vini Buoni d'Italia
Bibenda
Decanter
Silver Medal - 90 pts
James Suckling
92
The Wine Advocate
92
Wine Enthusiast
Cellar Selection - 94 pts
Wine Spectator
92
2013
Vini Buoni d'Italia
I vini di Veronelli
Prosit
Decanter
Silver Medal - 91 pts
The Wine Advocate
93
James Suckling
93
Wine Enthusiast
92
Wine Spectator
92
2012
Bibenda
I vini di Veronelli
Falstaff
91
Decanter
Silver Medal - 91 pts
James Suckling
93
Wine Enthusiast
94
2011
Merano
Award Rosso
Espresso
Bibenda
Vinous
92
James Suckling
91
The Wine Advocate
92
Wine Enthusiast
94
Wine Spectator
93
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