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RedBaroloDOCG

Barolo Riserva Millenovecento48

by Josetta Saffirio · Piedmont, Italy

Awards & scores
AppellationBaroloDOCG
TypeRed
Grapes100% Nebbiolo
VineyardCastelletto, Monforte d'Alba; vineyard planted in 1948
VintagesAwards shown for the 2017 and 2018 vintages
Josetta SaffirioPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The Nebbiolo comes from Castelletto in the municipality of Monforte d’Alba, at 300–380 m. The south-east-facing vineyard was planted in 1948. Its calcareous-marly soil is dominated by sand and silt. Castelletto is a cool hill site influenced by nearby woodland and a small river; its slopes receive sunlight from east through south. The vines ripen slowly, producing wines characterized by elegance, flavour and medium body.

Grapes

100% Nebbiolo.

Vinification

Alcoholic fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled tanks. Submerged-cap maceration lasts 90 days, followed by malolactic fermentation.

Ageing

After malolactic fermentation, the wine matures in barrels.

Serving and pairing

Pair with game, roasts and spicy cheeses.

Label / history

The name Millenovecento48 refers to the year in which the vineyard was planted.