About this wine
The estate's classic Barolo blends fruit from the estate's Verduno vineyards, primarily the Massara and Monvigliero crus, into an approachable yet authentic expression of the appellation. It shows the estate's hallmark purity — ripe cherry, raspberry seed, fresh flowers, and herbs on the nose, with a medium body, zesty acidity, fine tannins, and a touch of sweet berried fruit through the finish.
The most accessible way to experience Castello di Verduno's Barolo style before stepping up to the single-vineyard bottlings.
Sommelier's Note
"A Barolo you can drink a little younger without feeling like you're missing something — Verduno's naturally elegant tannins make this estate's entry-level Barolo unusually approachable for the appellation."
Food Pairings
A classic Barolo match for braised beef, aged Parmigiano, and truffle risotto — approachable enough to enjoy a few years earlier than most Barolo.
When to drink it
Special dinners, gifting, an introduction to the estate's Barolo style
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Nebbiolo
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- Reference estimate converted from US retail (~$52-68): approx. ¥11,000-15,000 (actual Japan retail pricing may differ; not confirmed as currently imported to Japan)
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Nebbiolo, primarily sourced from the estate's Massara and Monvigliero vineyards in Verduno. Fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged in large Slavonian and Austrian oak botti for around 24 months, unfined and unfiltered, following DOCG Barolo requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What vineyards go into this Barolo?
- It is primarily a blend of fruit from the estate's Massara and Monvigliero vineyards in Verduno, the same crus behind the estate's single-vineyard bottlings.
- How does it compare to the single-vineyard Barolo Massara and Monvigliero?
- It shows the same purity of fruit and elegant tannin structure typical of Verduno, but in a more approachable, earlier-drinking blend, without the added concentration of the single-cru wines.
- How long does it age before release?
- Around 24 months in large Slavonian and Austrian oak botti, per the estate's traditional approach and DOCG Barolo requirements.
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