COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Bersano
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Barolo Nirvasco 2016 is a 100% Nebbiolo wine from the Barolo DOCG appellation in Piedmont, Italy, produced by Bersano. The 'Nirvasco' designation likely refers to a specific vineyard or cru within the winery's extensive estate, contributing to its unique character. Bersano, founded in 1907, is known for its commitment to tradition and its management of ten historic farmsteads across Piedmont. The Langhe sub-region, where the grapes are grown, is a key area for Nebbiolo cultivation. The 2016 vintage in Piedmont experienced a cool spring followed by a warm, dry summer, which was highly favorable for the late-ripening Nebbiolo grapes.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€40
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Barolo wines require a minimum of 38 months aging, with at least 18 months in oak.
Fact 02
Bersano manages 230 hectares of vineyards across Piedmont.
Fact 03
The 2016 vintage is considered exceptionally good in Piedmont.
Fact 04
Nebbiolo grapes typically ripen late, often in October.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Barolo Nirvasco 2016 is produced from 100% Nebbiolo grapes. Vinification involves a maceration period during fermentation to extract color and tannins. The wine is then aged according to Barolo DOCG regulations, which mandate a minimum of 38 months of aging, with at least 18 months in oak. Bersano employs a combination of large Slavonian oak casks and smaller French oak tonneaux for this aging process.
