COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Margherita Otto
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Barolo Margherita Otto 2019 is a 100% Nebbiolo wine from the prestigious Barolo DOCG in Piedmont, Italy. Founded by Alan Manley, an American with a deep appreciation for traditional Barolo, the winery cultivates approximately 3 hectares across Monforte d'Alba, Castiglione Falletto, and Serralunga d'Alba. Manley's approach emphasizes meticulous vineyard work, including organic practices and hand-harvesting, with some parcels situated at high elevations. The winemaking style is traditional, aiming to express the qualities of the fruit, vintage, and local terroir.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
American winemaker Alan Manley founded Margherita Otto.
Fact 02
Vineyards are farmed organically and by hand.
Fact 03
Grapes are woven into a cap ('ar caplé') for protection, not hedged.
Fact 04
Aged in large, neutral Slovenian oak casks ('botti').
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Barolo Margherita Otto 2019 is produced using traditional methods. Fermentation occurs in concrete tanks with indigenous yeasts, followed by a maceration period of 20-25 days. The wine then matures for 32-34 months in large, neutral Slovenian oak casks (botti). Fruit from different vineyard parcels is co-fermented to capture diverse site qualities. The winery practices organic viticulture and hand-farms its vines.
