COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Fortified
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Batasiolo SPA
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Sweet
Acidity
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Batasiolo Barolo Chinato is an aromatized wine from Piedmont, Italy, produced by Batasiolo SPA. Its foundation is Barolo DOCG, made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes. The wine is then infused with a proprietary blend of spices, herbs, and cinchona bark, resulting in its distinctive bittersweet and aromatic character. The name 'Chinato' derives from 'china,' the Italian word for cinchona bark, which contains quinine. This category of wine has a historical origin in the late 19th century, initially developed by pharmacists who combined the perceived medicinal benefits of cinchona bark with the esteemed Barolo wine. It was historically consumed as a tonic and digestive. Batasiolo SPA is a prominent vineyard in Piedmont with extensive holdings, known for its dedication to quality and traditional winemaking practices.
ALCOHOL
16.5%
AVG. PRICE
€40
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Originates from 19th-century pharmacists seeking medicinal properties.
Fact 02
Named 'Chinato' after cinchona bark, rich in quinine.
Fact 03
Historically used as a tonic and digestive aid.
Fact 04
A unique blend of wine and botanicals.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Batasiolo Barolo Chinato begins with Barolo DOCG, a wine made exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes. This base wine is then aromatized through a process of maceration with a blend of herbs, spices, and roots, notably including cinchona bark. This infusion typically lasts for several weeks. Following the maceration, the wine is sweetened with sugar. Some producers may further age this aromatized mixture in small oak barrels, such as Slavonian oak caratelli, to allow the flavors to meld and mature.
