Giovanni Manzone

Barolo DOCG Castelletto

Sustainable

- Description :
  Castelletto is composted of one hectare facing South-East towards Serralunga d'Alba. Soil composition is older in origin and the resulting wines have thinner tannins, a fuller body and deeper color.
  Location of the Vineyards: Castelletto vineyard in Monforte d'Alba
  Vinification: Harvest takes place during the first half of October. Maceration on the skins for 35-40 days at approx 82-87F.
  Aging: Aged in 500 and 700lt Slavonian casks and French tonneaux for 36 months. Unfiltered.
  Grape varieties :
  Nebbiolo
  Altitude :
  335m - 400m ASL
  Soil :
  Calcareous-clayey
  Alcohol :
  14%
  Tasting notes :
  This Barolo is ruby red in color with medium garnet highlights. Complex, yet elegant and intense notes of raspberry, wild fruit, sweet rose petal and tobacco. Firm tannins are balanced and offer a lasting impression of sweet fruit. Best enjoyed with game dishes, poultry or seasoned cheeses.

Press Notes

James Suckling
- 2017
  93 points
AG Vinous
- 2017
  96 points

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