What grape is Sukula Barolo Meriame made from?

It is made from 100% Nebbiolo grown in the Meriame vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba.

What does it taste like?

Expect concentrated dark cherry and black fruit, dried rose, tar, tobacco, and firm, racy tannins with a long finish.

When should I drink it?

It benefits from bottle age and is typically best enjoyed roughly 5 to 15+ years after the vintage.

CuvéeSerralunga d'AlbaRed

Barolo Meriame

バローロ・メリアーメ

Azienda Agricola Sukula

Nebbiolo

About this wine

Barolo Meriame is Azienda Agricola Sukula's flagship single-vineyard wine, produced from 100% Nebbiolo grown in the Meriame cru in Serralunga d'Alba, one of the most powerful and structured subzones of the Barolo DOCG. Vinified using traditional methods with extended maceration and aged in oak for roughly two years, the wine shows the concentrated dark fruit, dried rose, tar, and firm tannic backbone typical of Serralunga Barolo, with excellent aging potential.

Beginner's Note

A bold, tannic Barolo built for aging — decant for at least an hour and pair with rich food to let it shine.

Sommelier's Note

"A pleasant-surprise Barolo that punches above its micro-production scale — Serralunga power in a genuinely boutique bottling."

Food Pairings

Pairs beautifully with braised beef, roasted game, truffle dishes, and aged hard cheeses. Also complements umami-rich Japanese dishes such as soy-glazed grilled eel (unagi kabayaki) or simmered wagyu.

When to drink it

Special celebrations, formal dinners, and collector-focused Barolo tastings.

Specs

Grape Varieties: Nebbiolo
Style: Red
Alcohol: 14.5%
Price Range: ¥12,000-18,000 (reference conversion from typical retail pricing of boutique Serralunga Barolo, not an official price)

Terroir & Winemaking

100% Nebbiolo from the Meriame vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba. Fermented in stainless steel with extended maceration on the skins, then aged in oak barrels for approximately 24-30 months before bottling. DOCG Barolo regulations require minimum 38 months total aging.

Frequently Asked Questions

What grape is Sukula Barolo Meriame made from?: It is made from 100% Nebbiolo grown in the Meriame vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba.
What does it taste like?: Expect concentrated dark cherry and black fruit, dried rose, tar, tobacco, and firm, racy tannins with a long finish.
When should I drink it?: It benefits from bottle age and is typically best enjoyed roughly 5 to 15+ years after the vintage.

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