COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Josetta Saffirio
REGION
Piedmont
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Barolo Perno from Josetta Saffirio is a 100% Nebbiolo wine from the Barolo DOCG appellation in Piedmont, Italy, specifically from the Perno cru in Monforte d'Alba. This family winery, now led by Sara Vezza, has a history spanning nearly two centuries. The estate is known for its commitment to sustainable practices and its distinctive labels featuring a gnome. The Perno cru is recognized for producing wines with notable austerity and longevity, reflecting the calcareous and mineral-rich soils of the region.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€60
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The winery's labels feature a gnome, a character from family stories.
Fact 02
The estate is carbon-neutral and organic-certified.
Fact 03
Vineyards are situated at altitudes between 300-400 meters.
Fact 04
The Perno cru is recognized for wines of austerity and longevity.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Barolo Perno is produced using 100% Nebbiolo grapes. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging for 12 months, either in wooden casks or a combination of wooden barrels and porcelain eggs. Harvest is typically late due to the vineyard's steep slopes. The winery employs organic farming practices and maintains a carbon-neutral estate, with a philosophy focused on sustainability and minimal intervention to preserve the land.
