Andrea Oberto
Andrea Oberto Barolo Vigneto Albarella
4.3
Expert Rating
4.4
Regularly Reviewed
2016
750 mL
WINE DESCRIPTION
This wine is crafted from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, grown in a single vineyard in La Morra, spanning 1.1 hectares. The vineyard, with a density of 5,000 vines per hectare, faces southwest and is rooted in clayey soil. Employing the classic Guyot training method with medium-short pruning, the vineyard yield is carefully controlled to 1.1 kg of grapes per vine through thinning. The wine undergoes 24 months of maturation in oak barrels and barriques, followed by 6 months in the bottle. With an annual production of approximately 5,200 bottles, this Nebbiolo offers a nuanced and sophisticated expression of its terroir.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Andrea Oberto Barolo Vigneto Albarella is an intense and complex Italian red.It offers a bouquet of ripe cherries, blackberries and violets, with a hint of oak and a hint of licorice. On the palate, it is rich and round, with excellent balance and a long, lingering finish. The tannins are firm and well structured, and the acidity is bright and lively. This Barolo is an excellent example of classic Italian winemaking, and is sure to please and impress.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
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Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
High
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Nebbiolo
ORIGINS
Winery: Andrea Oberto
Region: Piemonte
Piemonte, located in the northwest of Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. It is home to some of the most iconic wines, such as Barolo and Barbaresco, and is renowned for its stunning landscapes and centuries-old winemaking traditions. It is also home to the world famous sparkling wine Moscato d’Asti.
The history of winemaking in Piemonte dates back to the ancient Romans, who planted the first vines in the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of some of the world's finest wines. The region's winemaking industry was revolutionized by the introduction of the modern winemaking techniques of the French. This led to the emergence of some of the most iconic wines of the region, such as Barolo and Barbaresco.CUSTOMER RATING
4.4
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