2003 Barolo DOCG Vigna Elena

This is a wine without compromise, showing the true identity of Barolo in all its glory. A majestic wine which has gained the recognition of peers.

Tasting Notes
Rich, brilliant garnet red colour; the nose is well-defined, clean and complex with notes of rose, fine tobacco, mint and hints of liquorice; the taste is round, warm and full on the palate, revealing fresh spices and red berries with pleasant tannins obtained after maturing for 36 months in oak barrels. A pleasant aftertaste with fruit undertones.

Matching
Stewed and roasted red meats; game.

Winemaking Notes
Fermentation in temperature controlled stainless steel vats with constant automatic remounting. Aged 36 months in Slavonian oak 40 hl barrels, then in bottle for a further 6 months.