Barolo 2017 Giacomo Brezza 75 cl

Description

History

The Brezza family, active in the territory of the municipality of Barolo, can boast a long history in the art of viticulture, which dates back to 1885. In 1910, Giacomo Brezza, together with his father Antonio, bottled the first wines under the label family’s. Currently, it is the fourth generation of the family to dedicate itself to production, also managing the adjacent restaurant and hotel. Blended Barolo represents tradition, the wine that was the norm until the early 1970s, when separate winemaking by vineyard began.

Grapes used

Nebbiolo 100%

Production method

The vineyards, located at approximately 300 meters above sea level and exposed to the west and east, are managed following certified organic practices. The alcoholic fermentation takes place in steel tanks with a short maceration on the skins. After fermentation, the wine is aged for two years in large 15 and 30 hectoliter Slavic oak barrels, followed by a year of bottle aging before being released on the market.

Alcohol content

14%

Tasting notes

Intense ruby red color tending towards garnet. The nose is elegant and rich in aromas of fresh cherry, red rose, balsamic herbs, lavender and tobacco. In the mouth it is vigorous, structured and complex, with a pleasant freshness that makes it agile.

Possible combinations

It can be paired with tasty first courses seasoned with ragù or wild boar ragù, roasts and grilled red meat, red meat and medium-aged cheeses.