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LAZZARITO Vigna Preve Barolo DOCG wine — Gianni Gagliardo winery — Dionysus
RedBaroloDOCG

LAZZARITO Vigna Preve Barolo DOCG

by Gianni Gagliardo · Piedmont, Italy

AppellationBaroloDOCG
TypeRed
Grapes100% Nebbiolo
VineyardVigna Preve on the highest ridge of the Lazzarito MeGA, Serralunga d’Alba
LinePoderi Gianni Gagliardo Barolo crus
Vintages2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017 and 2016
Alcohol14.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDark
BodyFull-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Gianni GagliardoPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

Vigna Preve occupies the highest ridge of the Lazzarito MeGA in Serralunga d’Alba. Its hilltop position gives the vines pronounced exposure to sunlight and wind.

Grapes

100% Nebbiolo. The bunches are selected manually during the October harvest.

Vinification

Maceration takes place in stainless-steel tanks for approximately 12–18 days.

Ageing

The wine matures for 30 months in a single 20 hL barrel.

Technical data

The 2020 production comprised 2,476 numbered bottles. The 2021 release is offered in 750 ml and 1,500 ml formats.

Tasting profile

Deep and powerful, with a savoury, persistent palate.

Serving and pairing

Suitable for red-meat and game main courses, mushroom-based first and main courses, and mature cheeses. The stated cellaring potential is 40 years.