Barolo D.O.C.G. Villero

Grape variety: Nebbiolo

Production zone: Castiglione Falletto 300-350 m a.s.l. with southwest exposure.

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

Surface: about 1 hectar.

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 with frequent pump over and délestages. Maceration for about 20 days.

Ageing: about 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: bright red color with shades ranging from ruby to garnet. Very complex scent with floral notes, in particular violet; sweet spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg. Definite flavor with a good freshness and a great structure thanks to a vigorous but elegant tannin. Persistent and delicately balsamic finish.

Food pairing: wine has a good tannicity but also delicacy which makes it pleasant to pair with succulent dishes such as: caciucco; soft crab with singapore sauce; pigeon, curry and fermented apricots; duck in orange sauce; leg of lamb with capunet.

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 15-20 years.

Bottle sizes: 0.75 L / 1.5 L / 3 L