Description
Commune of origin: Castiglione Falletto. Grape variety: 100% Nebbiolo. First year of production: 2001. Annual production: 20.000 bottles.
Vineyard area: 3 hectare. Altitude: 340 metres. Soil profile: Clayey. Training method and vine density: Vertical Guyot, at 5.500 vines per
hectare. Average age of producing vineyards: 15 years. Yield per hectare: 80 quintals.
Fermentation and maturation: 25-day controlled-temperature (27-28°C) fermentation in steel, followed by drawing-off, racking after 10
days, and malolactic fermentation in steel. 12 months’ maturation in 25 and 50 hl oak botti. Sensory description: purplish ruby with garnet
highlights. Lively, crisp varietal expression on the nose, with redcurrant and raspberry in the lead, enriched with subtle notes of clove, zutmeg,
and black pepper, concluding with nuances of liquorice and tar. A tangy vein of slaty mineral is the final tessera in an aromatic mosaic of great
finesse. The palate, rich and heady, offers an ambitious dynamic of succulent, chewy fruit, firm tannins, and bright acidity, concluding with
a lengthy, ultra-savoury finish that brings final balance to a delicious Nebbiolo. Serving suggestions: Meat and light game dishes, such as
roasts, stews, grills and barbecues.