COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Paolo Scavino
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Paolo Scavino Barolo Cannubi 2016 is a distinguished wine from one of Barolo's most historic vineyards. The Cannubi vineyard, located in the Barolo village, boasts a south-east facing exposure and is planted with vines dating back to 1946. The soil composition is a complex mix of marine sedimentary origin, including calcareous and clay marls with sandy nuances. Paolo Scavino, a winery with a legacy dating back to 1921 and now managed by the fourth generation, emphasizes a philosophy centered on meticulous vineyard care and respect for terroir. The 2016 vintage is recognized for its excellent quality, benefiting from ideal weather conditions that fostered balanced grape maturation. This particular bottling holds significance as it represents one of the final expressions from the Cannubi vineyard under Paolo Scavino's stewardship.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€110
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Cannubi is one of Barolo's oldest and most revered vineyards.
Fact 02
Paolo Scavino has vinified fruit from Cannubi since 1985.
Fact 03
The 2016 vintage is a significant bottling due to Scavino's lease ending.
Fact 04
Vines in Cannubi were planted as early as 1946.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Paolo Scavino Barolo Cannubi 2016 begins with fermentation using indigenous yeasts in steel tanks, employing a submerged cap technique for 8-12 days with controlled temperatures. Following alcoholic fermentation, the wine undergoes a complex aging regimen. This typically involves an initial period in barriques (a mix of new and used), followed by a longer maturation in large oak casks. The wine is then transferred to stainless steel tanks before a final period of refinement in the bottle prior to its release. This meticulous approach aims to develop the wine's structure, complexity, and elegance.
