Barolo DOCG Comune di Barolo Essenze 2018 Vite Colte

What kind of wine is it

Barolo Comune di Barolo Essenze di Vite Colte is a still red wine made exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes. It is produced in the hills of the Langhe, in Piedmont, a region renowned for the cultivation of this variety. It displays a structured and elegant profile, capable of expressing remarkable aromatic and gustatory complexity. Careful vinification and prolonged ageing offer a dry, broad and well-balanced expression, designed for those who appreciate a long ageing potential in the bottle.

Where does it come from

This wine is crafted from vineyards located within the municipality of Barolo, the true nerve center of the namesake denomination in Piedmont. The vines grow on hills characterized by highly variable soils, which impart unique nuances to the grapes. Sun exposure and a continental climate, marked by beneficial temperature fluctuations between day and night, foster a slow and gradual ripening of the grapes, defining a distinctly territorial character.

How it is produced

After a careful selection of the best Nebbiolo grape bunches, the must undergoes a skin maceration of about twenty days, necessary to extract color and aromatic components. Next, malolactic fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, a choice that guarantees cleanliness and precision for the wine. The process continues with a phase of ageing in small wooden barrels lasting twenty-four months, which softens and integrates the tannins, followed by a further bottle ageing of six months.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it reveals an intense ruby red color enriched by garnet hues as it ages. The bouquet is complex and intense, characterized by floral aromas of violet intertwined with evolving hints of goudron and spicy notes of vanilla from the wood ageing. On the palate, it shows a warm and enveloping texture, with a pleasantly dry sip supported by well-integrated tannins. It ends with a long and persistent finish.

Food Pairings

Thanks to its structural importance, it proves to be an ideal accompaniment for long-aged cheeses and truffle-based preparations. The strength of its tannic structure and lasting flavor make it suitable for balancing game meat main courses and intensely flavored risottos. According to Piedmontese culinary traditions, it pairs well with classic tagliolini or slow-cooked braised meats, dishes in which its innate robustness supports the rich notes of the food.

When to serve

This Barolo is appropriate for important moments of conviviality, making it a great companion for structured dinners with richly flavored dishes. Its characteristics also make it perfect as a meditation wine, to be enjoyed slowly at the end of a meal. It offers impressive ageing potential, allowing one to follow its aromatic evolution over the years. It is best to let it naturally open up in the glass to fully enjoy its aromatic development during tasting.