Cerequio Barolo 2021 DOCG
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Italy / Piedmont
Cerequio is one of the most prestigious crus of Barolo. Formed like an amphitheater, the Cerequio vineyard is protected from the wind and is called the “Riviera of the Langhe” due to its mild climate. The soils, exposure and microclimate come together to create exceptional Barolos. Michele Chiarlo manages 22 acres of the vineyard. The soil is Tortonian and Helvetian-era calcareous marl that has a bluish color due to the high content of magnesium and manganese. The 55-year-old vines are thinned of excess bunches at the end of summer. Hand harvested grapes are fermented on the skins in oak vats and then aged for two years in average sized oak casks before refinement in the bottle.
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2021 vintage
Harvest Note
The 2021 vintage began with rain and snow that piled up to 24 inches among the vineyards. March was dry with temperatures above average that prompted an early start of vegetation. Spring brought previous rainfall and below average temperatures that lasted until the end of May slowed the development of the vines. June was the beginning of a long, hot, and dry summer that lasted until a mild September. Harvest was at the usual time, yielding healthy and perfectly ripe grapes characterized by outstanding balance.
Tasting Note
Ruby and garnet red in color, this elegant and harmonious wine offers notes of mature fruits, mint, eucalyptus, and fine spices with fine tannins
Technical Data
GRAPES: Nebbiolo (100%)
APPELLATION: Barolo DOCG
PH: 3.59
ACIDITY: 5.85
ABV: 14%
AGING: Aged for a minimum of three years - 2 years in oak barrels
Unique Selling Points
- Cerequio is one the most prestigious crus of Barolo
- The Cerequio vineyard is considered to be one of the top three vineyards in Barolo
- Very low yield, hand harvested with summer thinning of excess bunches
“My aim has always been but one: quality.”
Michele Chiarlo, Winemaker
About the Grape
Nebbiolo
Young Nebbiolo can be tough, acidic and tannic; but mature, its blackberry and wild cherry flavors and aromas develop complex and sublime violet, rose petal, truffle and tar notes.
