Barolo DOCG 2002
- 100% Nebbiolo
- Aged: min. 2 yrs. French Oak Barriques and 1 yr. bottle
- Single Vineyard/Vintage
- Alcohol: 13.5%
- 750ml
San Gaudenzio, Piemonte, Italia
Winemaker Notes:
One of the Oldest and the Most Collected wines of Italy
Vineyards Founded in the 9th Century
The winery named Abbazia, which means "Abbey", was selected because of its proximity to the historical Benedictine monastery which dates back to the 12th Century.
The monastery was originally a Roman Temple dedicated to the God; Jupiter, and the original winery was built adjacent to the Benedictine Abbey monastery in 1848.
This wine is made 100% Nebbiolo grapes and by law is Aged for 3 years; 2 years in French Oak Barriques (size: 250ltr).
At sight the color is a deep ruby red with maroon and orange highlights.
On the nose it is wide and full with a strong scent of rose, violets, and licorice.
On the palate the wine is dry, yet full-bodied, austere, tannic, and quite sapid, with a long persistent finish.
An excellent wine to enjoy with barbeque, roasted meats, stew, and seasoned cheeses.
