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Barolo D.O.C.G. Fontanin

Grape variety: nebbiolo

Production zone: Castiglione Falletto at 300-350 m a.s.l.

Soil: marls of Sant’Agata Fossils with presence of sand.

Surface: about 2 hectares.

Harvest: hand-picked with grape selection into baskets towards mid-October.

Vinification: selection of the grapes on a vibrating table, light crushing, fermentation in steel tanks at a controlled temperature. Maceration for about 20 days.

Ageing: between 30 and 40 months in traditional oak barrels and then in the bottles in underground cellar with controlled temperature until it is put up for sale.

Organoleptic characteristics: deep red color with shades ranging from intense ruby to garnet, very complex fragrance. Floral notes of macerated violet and balsamic nuances. Spices reminiscent of licorice stick and nutmeg. Strong flavor with a great structure and a soft but well present tannin.

Food pairing: wine with elegant tannins and excellent aromaticity, ideal for succulent dishes with intense flavors such as: paccheri with pork ragout, sausage and veal; mixed boiled meat, boiled vegetables and rubra sauce; entrecôte with black truffle sauce; soft beef with mashed potatoes.

Serving Temperature: 16-18°C (61–64°F).

Storage: horizontally in places with constant temperature if possible. Ready to drink and can be cellared for 12-15 years.

Bottle sizes 0.75 L 

AWARDS

GUIDE
VINTAGE
SCORE
AWARD
Vitae
2015
Wine Enthusiast
2015
90/100
Vini Buoni d'Italia
2014
Bibenda
2014
James Suckling
2014
90/100
Merum
2014
Wine Enthusiast
2014
89/100
Vitae
2014
Bibenda
2013
James Suckling
2013
94/100
Vinous - Antonio Galloni
2013
90/100
Vitae
2013
Wine Enthusiast
2013
92/100
Bibenda
2012
Vini Buoni d'Italia
2012
Vitae
2012
Merum
2012
Bibenda
2011
James Suckling
2011
92/100
Vitae
2011
Bibenda
2010
Vini Buoni d'Italia
2010
Bibenda
2009
Merum
2009
Merum
2008
Duemilavini
2007
I vini di Veronelli
2007
88/100
Merum
2007
Duemilavini
2006
Duemilavini
2005
I vini di Veronelli
2005
90/100
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