Barolo DOCG del Comune di Serralunga d’Alba
The grapes come from the Bricco Voghera area and the lower part of Cerrati, two crus of Serralunga. A wine with a fresh and youthful acid component. The 2018 vintage is the first one with the organic certification.
- Grape variety Nebbiolo 100%
- Production area Vughera in Serralunga d’Alba, Ha 2,5 and lower Cerrati Ha 2
- Height 260-405 m.a.s.l.
- Exposure South, South-East
- Soil Chalky/clayey, shallow
- Harvest period October
- Yield per hectare 80 quintals/hectare of grapes
- Plants per hectare 4.000
- Growing system Guyot
Winemaking
Grapes are entirely handpicked, destemmed and pressed, then left to ferment for about 10 days in vats at a temperature of 18-26°C. Submerged cap maceration for the following 8-10 days and, once finished the fermentation and maceration the drawing-off process takes place followed by a few pouringius in the next days. Before transferring the wine to the ageing area, it undertakes a malolactic fermentation.
Ageing
A wine of marked youthful exuberance, left to age for 24 months in traditional 25-hectolitre barrels where the maturing process brings out its elegance. It then sits in bottles for 12 months before being sold.
Tasting notes
A Barolo with a classic bouquet coming from the vine variety and the soil: hints of withered rose, undergrowth, prunes, liquorice and spices. A bright ruby red colour with an orange rim, fresh wine with a tart component and tannins sustaining a good structure. The aromas are elegant, with a good intensity. The fruit is sweet, with more evolved sensations echoing tobacco and dried herbs.
Best served
Between 16 and 18°C
Perfect pairing
Its full-bodied flavour makes it ideal for red meats and feathered game, particularly when braised.
Storage
Keep the bottle horizontal, in a cool and ventilated room, protected from direct light and vibrations.
