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Fontanafredda La Villa Barolo

Name: Fontanafredda La Villa Barolo
Brand: Fontanafredda
Price: null USD
Rating: 4.5 (0 reviews)

Italy, Piemonte

Red wine

4.5

Expert Rating

4.2

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Fontanafredda Vigna La Villa Barolo is a distinguished wine made exclusively from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, sourced from the historic Vigna "La Villa" in the Barolo region. This vineyard, located in the MGA Paiagallo, features clay soils with silt and sand infiltrations, contributing to the wine's complex profile. The grapes, harvested at full maturity, are delivered in small crates to preserve their integrity and fermented in steel tanks using indigenous yeasts. Post-fermentation, the must remains in contact with the skins to extract noble substances essential for aging. The wine is then aged for 30 months in oak barrels and an additional 8 months in bottles stored in a dark, temperature-controlled environment. Fontanafredda Vigna La Villa Barolo offers a rich, elegant palate, embodying the depth and sophistication characteristic of premium Barolo wines.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This classic Barolo from Fontanafredda offers aromas of rose petals, cherries, and violets.On the palate, flavors of dark fruits, tobacco, and leather are complemented by soft tannins and a hint of spice. The savory finish lingers on with a touch of earthiness. Enjoy now, or cellar for up to 10 years to develop further complexity.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2045

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Searing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

High

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Nebbiolo

ORIGINS

Winery: Fontanafredda

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

4.2

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