Barolo Riserva "Vigna al Mandorlo"
This Barolo Riserva is fruit of the homonymous “Mandorlo” vineyard, located in the sub-area of Scarrone in Castiglione Falletto. In order to enhance this prestigious vineyard, after undergoing attentive agronomic treatment, the best grapes have been selected and then submitted to a vinification process aimed at bringing out the highest expression from the precious fruit.
VARIETAL
Nebbiolo, Lampia and Michet biotypes.
AGING
First refined in 30-hectolitre French oak barrels for 46 months and then in stainless steel tanks for another year.
VINEYARDS
Vigna Mandorlo
Vinification
The grapes have been harvested by hand and carefully placed in large cases. They have been left to rest for a night before undergoing crushing and de-stemming the next morning, including the more mature bunches. A long submerged cap maceration has followed, lasting for 55 days. After the process of racking, the wine has first refined in 30-hectolitre French oak barrels for 46 months and then in stainless steel tanks for another year, before finally proceeding to bottling.
ALTITUDE 300-380 meters a.s.l.
SOIL Clayey-calcareous
TYPE OF CULTIVATION Spurred cordon
ALCOHOL CONTENT 14%
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