COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Burzi
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Burzi winery is a dynamic, young estate in Piedmont, Italy, helmed by siblings Alberto and Caterina Burzi. Alberto took over the family's 7 hectares of vineyards in La Morra in 2012, which had previously been leased to other renowned producers. His sister Caterina joined him in 2018, bringing their grandparents' dream of a family winery to fruition. Their philosophy centers on crafting elegant, concentrated wines that are a true expression of the Langhe and La Morra terroir. The vineyards, some featuring vines up to 90 years old, are managed organically, emphasizing a deep respect for the land and its heritage.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€51
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The Burzi family vineyards, now managed by Alberto and Caterina, were previously leased to other well-known Barolo producers.
Fact 02
Some of the Nebbiolo vines in Burzi's vineyards are remarkably old, reaching up to 90 years of age.
Fact 03
The winery began using spontaneous fermentation for its wines starting with the 2021 vintage.
Fact 04
Siblings Alberto and Caterina Burzi are fulfilling their grandparents' long-held dream of establishing a family winery.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking at Burzi focuses on meticulous vineyard management and thoughtful cellar practices. Viticulture is organic, with a strong emphasis on low yields achieved through manual pruning. The harvest is also done manually, ensuring only small, optimally ripe fruit is selected. To preserve the unique genetic heritage of their old vines, massale selection is employed. As of 2021, the winery has embraced spontaneous fermentation, allowing indigenous yeasts to guide the process and further express the wine's natural character.
