About this wine
Castello di Perno's estate Barolo is sourced from the lower slopes of the prestigious Castelletto cru in Monforte d'Alba. Fermented in stainless steel and aged in large Austrian Stockinger oak casks, it shows the classic Barolo structure of dried rose, red cherry, and earthy undertones with firm but polished tannins, offering an accessible entry point into the estate's range while still reflecting Castelletto's terroir.
A great entry point into Barolo, showing classic Nebbiolo character without being overly aggressive.
Sommelier's Note
"A precise, structured Barolo that captures the elegance of Castelletto at a relatively approachable price."
Food Pairings
Pairs exceptionally well with braised beef, roasted game, and truffle-infused pasta, and complements aged hard cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano.
When to drink it
Formal dinners, celebratory milestones, or a sophisticated evening with friends.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Nebbiolo
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
- Price Range
- ¥8,500-12,000 (estimated conversion from overseas retail pricing, ~US$50-65 ex-tax)
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Nebbiolo from the lower part of the Castelletto cru vineyard in Monforte d'Alba. Fermented in stainless steel tanks, then aged in large Austrian oak (Stockinger) casks to preserve fruit purity and minimize wood influence.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Castello di Perno's Barolo DOCG taste like?
- It shows dried rose petals, red cherry, and forest-floor notes, with firm, structured tannins typical of Nebbiolo.
- What food pairs well with this Barolo?
- Rich, savory meat dishes such as braised beef or roasted game, along with aged hard cheeses, are ideal pairings.
- How does this differ from the Castelletto and Perno Riserva bottlings?
- This is the estate's base Barolo, sourced from the lower part of the Castelletto cru, while Barolo Castelletto comes from the upper part of the same cru and Perno Riserva is a limited single-vineyard riserva from the historic Perno cru.
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バローロ・ペルノ・リゼルヴァ DOCG
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RedNebbiolo
The estate's rarest and most prestigious bottling, made exclusively from the small parcel of Nebbiolo the estate owns in the historic Perno cru in Monforte d'Alba — the vineyard from which the property takes its name. Production is extremely limited, at roughly 1,200 bottles per vintage. Aged as a riserva in large oak casks, it shows dried rose, tar, leather, and dark cherry, with an austere, structured frame and considerable aging potential.
ランゲ・ナシェッタ
Langhe Nascetta
WhiteNascetta
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ランゲ・ネッビオーロ
Langhe Nebbiolo
RedNebbiolo
The estate's entry-level Nebbiolo, sourced from the Gramolere vineyard in Monforte d'Alba. Aged in a combination of French and Slavonian oak, it softens Nebbiolo's naturally firm tannins while preserving vivid red fruit, floral aromatics, and earthy undertones, offering a more accessible, early-drinking expression of the grape compared to the estate's Barolo bottlings.
ニッツァ DOCG
Nizza DOCG
RedBarbera
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