IT204-20
Azienda Agricola Gianfranco Alessandria
Gianfranco Alessandria Barolo DOCG
Piedmont , Italy
| Type: | Still Red Wine |
| Varietals: | Nebbiolo |
| Region: | Piedmont , Barolo |
| Vineyard Size: | 1 ha |
| Planted: | 2000, 2010 |
| Farming Methods: | Hand harvested |
| Soil: | Clay soils |
| Climate: | The climate is cold and harsh in winter, typically characterized by abundant snowfall. Summers are warm, with the possibility of rain and occasional thunderstorms. Over the past 5 to 6 years, the climate has changed significantly; winters now feel less rigid, while summers have become very hot and dry, resembling a more tropical climate. |
| Fermentation: | Pied de cuve / Natural yeast / Spontaneous fermentation / Short maceration on the skins in a vertical steel tank for approximately 12 days, with temperature control maintained around 28° - 30°C. |
| Winemaker: | Vittoria Alessandria |
| Elevage: | Malolactic Fermentation in Steel Tank. Aging in small French oak barrels (225 liters) for 24 months, with 20% new oak and the remainder from 2 to 3 previous uses. |
| ABV | 14.0% | SO2 | 80 mg/L | Size | 750ml |
ABOUT THIS BOTTLE
The 2020 Gianfranco Alessandria Barolo DOCG offers a captivating sensory experience that exemplifies the quality of this renowned Italian wine. On the nose, it presents rich and warm aromas of ripe red fruits, abundant in spice, with a pronounced licorice presence that melds harmoniously with inviting oak notes. The palate is a fruit-forward delight, bursting with ripe cherries and raspberries in their most decadent jam and candied forms. Complementary oak spice notes enhance the fruit, creating a complex and well-balanced flavor profile.
This Barolo showcases a harmonious blend of ripe fruit characteristics, spice elements, and well-integrated oak influences. The combination of rich red fruits, licorice, and warm spices results in an inviting and intricate flavor profile typical of high-quality Barolo wines. The fruit-forward nature of this vintage suggests a wine that is approachable and enjoyable even in its youth while still maintaining the depth and complexity expected from a Barolo DOCG.
