Barolo DOCG Castiglione 2017 1500ml Magnum

Wine description for Barolo DOCG Castiglione 2017 1500ml Magnum from Vietti

Colour & appearance

Classic Nebbiolo robe in translucent purple with characteristic brick-red reflections at the edge of the glass - a visual harbinger of the elegance that is to follow.

Nose

Vietti's 2017 Castiglione is a prime example of the delicate Barolo style. The nose seduces with a refined bouquet of bright red berries, Rose petals and Rose hip. Cedar wood and cinnamon lend spicy depth, while more complex notes of Incense, Marzipan and Latte unfold - an olfactory kaleidoscope of Piedmontese finesse.

Palate

The true class of this multi-cru Barolo is revealed on the palate: finesse and complexity in perfect balance. The still youthfully demanding tannin and acidity structure is skilfully cushioned by a fine fruit sweetness. A wine of remarkable lightness despite its 14.5% alcohol - almost weightless in its elegance, but never superficial.

General information

This Barolo combines grapes from eight different communes throughout the region, from 10 to 45-year-old vines on characteristic limestone marl soils. The traditional vinification with 24 days of maceration and 30 months of ageing in large wooden barrels without fining or filtration emphasises Vietti's philosophy of authenticity.

Food pairing suggestions

Classic pairings succeed with Veal cutlet with truffled fennel or Black pudding ravioli with apples. Surprisingly harmonious also with Red cabbage salad with walnut oil and pear - proof of the versatility of this elegant Barolo.

Special features

Die Magnum-Flasche verspricht optimale Reifebedingungen für diesen Langstreckenläufer mit beträchtlichem Entwicklungspotential. Mindestens zwei Stunden Dekantierung empfohlen – Geduld wird mit einem Wein belohnt, der seinen Genießer in “wunderschöne Schwerelosigkeit” versetzt.