NEBBIOLO D'ALBA

Denominazione d'origine controllata

 

VINEYARD
 

Grape-variety: Nebbiolo sub-variety Lampia

Location: Colombč vineyard in the village of Diano d'Alba

Position: facing south-west

Vines/hectare: 4000

Yield in grapes: 7 t/ha

Year of planting: 1975

WINE-MAKING

Light crushing/de-stemming, fermentation on the skins at a maximum temperature of 26-30°C for 10-12 days, with the must pumped over the cap 2-3 times a day to aid extraction from the skins. Ageing for one year in oak casks, followed by bottling and at least 6 months in the cellar. Alc. by vol.: 13-13.5% Total acidity: 5.5-6 g/l Dry extract: 24-27 g/l

 

TASTING PROPERTIES - CELLAR LIFE - PAIRINGS

Bright ruby-red which softens on ageing; delicate, fruity nose of raspberries and violets that becomes ethereal over time; dry, balanced flavour, with good body that softens after ageing and lingers on the finish. Will keep for 5-7 years in the cellar; serve at 18-20°C, best with soups, risottos, fondue and all meat dishes.


Azienda agricola Virna di Borgogno Virna

Via Alba 73 12060 Barolo(CN)

Tel/fax 0173-56120

info@virnabarolo.it