Cannubi Barolo DOCG 2018 Cantine Borgogno

This Barolo shines with an intense ruby ​​red, with garnet reflections. The nose is caressed by hints of red fruits, such as strawberry and cherry, with a hint of spice reminiscent of pepper. On the palate, the wine displays a strong yet refined character, with fullness and elegance balanced by taut and persistent tannins. The finish is long and fine, leaving an indelible memory of this high quality Barolo.

Cannubi - Barolo DOCG

 The Cannubi Barolo DOCG is made in Italy. a superior class wine produced exclusively with Nebbiolo grapes, coming from one of the most important; renowned and prestigious MGA (Additional Geographic Mentions) of Barolo, the Cannubi.

Production details

The vineyards face south and are located at an altitude of 290-320 meters above sea level, covering an area of ​​1.30 hectares. The land is composed of clayey calcareous marls, slightly sandy, which contribute to the distinctive character of this wine. The vine training system is a unique one. Modified Guyot (arch), with a density of of 4,000 vines per hectare.

Technical notes

The harvest takes place in the first ten days of October. Natural fermentation, without added yeasts, takes place in cement tanks for about 12 days, with temperatures ranging from 22 to 29 °C, followed by submerged cap maceration for about 40-50 days at 29 °C. After racking, malolactic fermentation begins for 15 days at a constant temperature of 22 °C. The wine then matures for 4 years in 4500 liter Slavonian oak and French oak barrels, and ages for a further 6 months in the bottle.

The Cannubi vineyard

The Cannubi vineyard, formed about 12 million years ago by sedimentation from the Po Valley, is one of the most famous vineyards in the world. the most cru; famous and renowned of Barolo, already mentioned; in historical documents dating back to the 1700s. of terroir, made up of large marl-clayey calcareous soils, and a favorable climate make this hill one of the most dedicated to the cultivation of vines in the world. The wines from Cannubi are among those of greater elegance and longevity; throughout the Barolo wine scene.

Food pairings

This Barolo goes perfectly with important dishes, such as traditional Piedmontese meat main courses. On a world culinary journey, this wine goes well with goulash from Eastern Europe, Japanese grilled meat (yakiniku), such as beef, and in the United States with cuts of beef ribs, for example in onion stout beef recipe. Despite its imposing nature, this wine also lends itself to a simple, but special, toast.

The recommended serving temperature for this wine is; of 18° C, in order to better appreciate all its facets.