COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Azelia
REGION
Piedmont
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Barolo Bricco Fiasco from Azelia is a single-vineyard wine from the historic Bricco Fiasco Cru in Castiglione Falletto, Piedmont. The vineyard, named for its flask shape, features sandy soils and exceptionally old Nebbiolo vines planted in the 1940s. Azelia, a fifth-generation family winery established in 1920, was among the first to bottle single-vineyard Barolos separately, starting with Bricco Fiasco in 1978. The 2018 vintage reflects the conditions of a challenging year, emphasizing concentration and freshness. This wine represents the estate's commitment to traditional winemaking and the unique expression of its terroir.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€94
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vines planted in the 1940s, averaging 85 years old for the 2018 vintage.
Fact 02
Vineyard named 'Bricco Fiasco' for its distinctive flask shape.
Fact 03
Azelia was a pioneer in bottling single-vineyard Barolos separately.
Fact 04
Small production of approximately 500 cases.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Barolo Bricco Fiasco is produced from 100% Nebbiolo grapes. Fermentation is initiated with indigenous yeasts and involves extended maceration on the skins for 55-60 days using the submerged cap method at 31°C. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 24 months in large oak casks (botti) of various origins. Viticulture is practiced organically, with a focus on avoiding chemical interventions to promote healthy vines and soil. The estate produces approximately 500 cases of this wine.
