COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Azienda Agricola Roberto Voerzio
REGION
Piedmont
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Barolo Brunate 2018 is a single-vineyard wine from Azienda Agricola Roberto Voerzio, crafted from 100% Nebbiolo grapes grown in the prestigious Brunate cru of La Morra, Piedmont. Voerzio is recognized for his avant-garde viticultural practices, characterized by extremely low yields achieved through meticulous vineyard management and aggressive green harvesting. This approach aims to maximize the concentration and quality of the fruit. The estate practices organic farming, with a philosophy of minimal intervention in the winemaking process. The Brunate vineyard is a key site for Voerzio, chosen for its exceptional terroir and ability to produce wines of significant character and aging potential.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Voerzio's vines are planted closely together, a technique that encourages competition and deeper root systems.
Fact 02
He practices aggressive green harvesting, cutting each grape bunch in half.
Fact 03
Voerzio is committed to organic farming practices.
Fact 04
Wines are typically bottled without filtration.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Barolo Brunate 2018 begins with meticulous vineyard management in the Brunate cru, focusing on exceptionally low yields. Nebbiolo grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, often utilizing indigenous yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging in a combination of barrique and large oak casks, with a preference for limited new oak usage. This is typically followed by a period of maturation in steel tanks and further aging in bottle before release. Voerzio's approach emphasizes minimal intervention and bottling without filtration to preserve the wine's integrity.
