COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Crissante Alessandria
REGION
Piedmont
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Barolo Capalot 2018 is a single-vineyard expression from the historic Capalot cru in La Morra, Piedmont, crafted by the Crissante Alessandria family estate. The vineyard, established in 1951, is characterized by limestone and fine sand soils, contributing to the wine's unique profile. Crissante Alessandria, a family winery founded in 1958, emphasizes a traditional approach to winemaking, respecting the Nebbiolo grape and its terroir. The 2018 vintage is recognized for its balanced structure and fruit concentration, characteristic of the year in Piedmont.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€115
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Capalot vineyard vines were planted in 1951.
Fact 02
The estate transitioned from selling grapes to bottling their own wines.
Fact 03
Barolo DOCG is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Fact 04
Nebbiolo grapes are known for their high tannins and acidity.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Barolo Capalot begins with a manual harvest in early October. The Nebbiolo grapes undergo a 2-4 week maceration and fermentation in stainless steel tanks, utilizing manual punch-downs and pump-overs. Malolactic fermentation occurs in steel. The wine is then aged for 18-24 months in large Slavonian oak casks, followed by a minimum of 24 months of bottle aging before release.
