Fattoria San Giuliano – Barbaresco DOCG
| Producer: |
Fattoria San Giuliano |
| Wine: |
Barbaresco DOCG |
| Grape Variety: |
100% Nebbiolo |
| Production Zone: |
Neive |
| Altitude: |
1,180 feet above sea level |
| Surface Area/Yield: |
2.5 acres, 2.5 tons per acre |
| Exposure: |
Southwest, Southeast |
| Soil: |
Limestone, marl. |
| Vinification & Aging: |
Fermented in stainless steel. The cap was punched down twice a day for a period of 7-10 days. Part of the wine aged in 600/1,500 liter Slavonian oak casks and part in medium-toasted barrels for 18-24 months. After racking and blending together, the wine was bottled and aged for an additional 6 months prior to release. |
| Production: |
500 cases |
| Alcohol: |
14% |
| Description: |
Brilliant garnet color. Aromas of minerals and flowers blend well into a well rounded bright body. |
| Food Pairing: |
Meat, aged cheese. |
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