GIACOSA FRATELLI BAROLO SCARRONE VIGNA MANDORLO RISERVA
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. 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.
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Piedmont, Italy
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APPELLATION:
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DOCG |
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GRAPES:
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Nebbiolo, Lampia and Michet biotypes. |
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APPEARANCE:
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Garnet red with pale orange reflections |
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AROMA:
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Complex and evolved. Floral, rose, fruity notes are perceived, with a reference to blood oranges, spicy and ethereal, with hints ranging from licorice, tobacco, white truffle.
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PALATE:
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On the palate it is warm, persistent, and with good structure thanks to the high extract and the consistent tannic texture. Among the fruity and spicy notes stands out an interesting flavor conferred by the composition of the sandy-marly soils that distinguish the Vigna Mandorlo.
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FOOD PAIRING:
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Excellent with red meats (whether roasted, spit or grilled) and game.
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SERVE:
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18°C
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