Azienda Agricola Scarzello – Barolo ‘Vigna Merenda’
| Producer: |
Scarzello |
| Wine: |
Barolo ‘Vigna Merenda’ |
| Grape Variety: |
100% Nebbiolo |
| Production Zone: |
Barolo, ‘Ciabot Merenda’ vineyard |
| Altitude: |
650 feetabove sea level |
| Surface Area/Yield: |
4.5 acre/1.5 tons per acre |
| Exposure: |
South, Southwest |
| Soil: |
Clay and marn |
| Vinification & Aging: |
After the grapes were harvested manually in October, they were placed into stainless steel tanks for a 25-30 day fermentation and maceration period. The wine was then transferred to 600-Liter Slovenian oak tanks for 26-28 months. The wine aged an additional 12 months in the bottle prior to release. |
| Production: |
250 cases |
| Alcohol: |
13.5% |
| Description: |
Garnet color, with soft orange highlights. Full, lingering aromas on the nose, and dry and warm on the palate with delicate, concise sensations. |
| Food Pairing: |
Roast meats, seasoned cheeses, game. |
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