Ca’Viola’s “SOTTOCASTELLO di NOVELLO” is an intense, small-red fruity and harmonious red wine made from 100% Nebbiolo, from clayey-sandy, moderately calcareous soils.
A maximum expression of Barolo’s King of Reds, firstly produced in the 2006 vintage.
The relatively young age of the vines and the progressive discovery of a cru with great potential - albeit not celebrated like others in the area - allows Ca’Viola’s team to glimpse exciting future developments for this Cru.
Harvested on the first half of October, the vinification process starts with fermentation for 15-20 days in thermo-controlled non-vitrified concrete tanks (with a percentage of whole grapes). Maceration follows for 15-30 days with submerged cap. Ageing for a period of 24 months in large barrels + 12 months in non-vitrified concrete tanks.
This Barolo presents itself to the eye with a rather deep ruby red colour with orange reflections. The nose expresses balsamic and spicy characters, with clear references to the undergrowth, mentholated and ethereal hints, and notes of chocolate and tobacco. The palate is very elegant and silky, supported by a rich structure and a dense substance that persists in the long harmonious finish.
Food match: This elegant red will delight you combined egg-pasta (e.g. black-truffle & taleggio tagliarini). A wild-boar stew or ‘Tagliata di Manzo” will also accompany this King to the table.
Any fresh white truffles shaves around will elevate him to heaven !
Ageing potential of about 25 years, yet ready to make you dream already now. Limited series of only 6000 bottles.
TAG: This wine is available on request. Please feel free to contact us at sales@laurusvini.nl if you would like to acquire this King for your cellar. Consider shipping will take approximately 2 weeks from the time order is placed.
