COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Fontanafredda
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Fontanafredda Barolo Serralunga d'Alba Riserva 2018 is a 100% Nebbiolo wine from the Barolo DOCG in Piedmont, Italy, specifically from the Serralunga d'Alba sub-region. The winery, Fontanafredda, was established in 1858 by King Vittorio Emanuele II and Rosa Vercellana, carrying a significant historical legacy. The estate is committed to organic farming and a sustainable approach, aiming to enhance the land's biodiversity. This wine is a Riserva, indicating extended aging as per Barolo regulations, and originates from a Cru known for its robust and age-worthy character.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€85
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Fontanafredda cultivates 120 hectares of organic vineyards.
Fact 02
Barolo Riserva requires a minimum of 62 months aging.
Fact 03
Serralunga d'Alba is one of the historic communes for distinctive Barolos.
Fact 04
The estate was founded by Italian royalty.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Fontanafredda Barolo Serralunga d'Alba Riserva 2018 involves 100% Nebbiolo grapes cultivated in the Serralunga d'Alba region of Piedmont. Fermentation includes an extended maceration period to extract color and tannins. The wine then undergoes a rigorous aging process: 36 months in oak barrels, followed by 12 months in cement vats, and an additional 12 months of bottle aging before its release. This multi-stage aging is a key component of the Riserva designation and contributes to the wine's structure and complexity.
