BARBARESCO DOCG "ASILI RISERVA" 2016 - CA' DEL BAIO

Denomination : Barbaresco DOCG

Vintage : 2016

Alcohol : 14.5%

Region : Piedmont (Italy)

Format : 0.75 l

Grapes : 100% Nebbiolo

VINIFICATION AND MATURATION

the pressing of the grapes, harvested by hand and selected in some micro areas of the Asili cru, produces the must which ferments, with maceration at a controlled temperature, in wooden vats together with 10% of non-stemmed grapes. In the lively phase of fermentation, two punching downs a day allow the adequate extraction of colors and perfumes from the skins. Then, the submerged cap permanence continues for a long time, for about 60 days. After racking, the wine matures for 30 months in second and third passage tonneaux and, finally, the refinement in the bottle lasts for 12 months before being put on the market.

ORGANOLEPTIC CHARACTERISTICS

color brilliant garnet red with slightly ocher hues; scent intense, with hints of lavender, pine, rose petals, notes of aromatic herbs, spices and tar; taste enveloping and vibrant, supported by an integrated and non-invasive tannic texture.

IDEAL COMBINATIONS

it adapts to red, braised and stewed meats, game and long-aged cheeses. The combination with chocolate is original.
Service temperature : 18°C

STORAGE

ready to taste as soon as it arrives on the market, it still gives its best after 15-20 years. It is advisable to keep the bottle horizontally, away from intense light, at a constant temperature and with a humidity level of 75/80%