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Barbaresco Reyna Michele Chiarlo
Winery information: Michele Chiarlo is one of Piemonte's truly great winemakers. The family owns 60 hectares of vineyards in three of the classic growing areas - Langhe,
Monferrato and Gavi and also have access to another 50 hectares through their long-term relationship with growers. Stefano Chiarlo heads the technical staff
overseeing the vineyards and viticulture. Stefano's ethos can be summed up thus: a balanced or rigorous pruning depending on the oenological goals, a technique of guided pest control using products with no enviromental impact, meticulous manual thinning-out of the grape clusters, tuffing between the rows, no use of anti-mould products.
The Dolcetto is a wonderful grape, spritzy
and spicy with great acidity; La Court (the first wine ever made by Michele) is the big seller and rightly so, with its beautiful balance and wild berry fruit; the highlight for many are the Barolos, with Cerequio being one of the most lauded vineyards in the whole of Barolo. The one which has them queueing round the block is the classy Nivole, a fantastically refreshing Moscato. Michele Chiarlo
wines continue to win awards worldwide.
Viticulture: Cordon
Vinification: The grapes were de-stemmed and crushed. Maceration in temperature controlled tanks with daily pumping-over. Aged for a minimum of 12 months in
oak barrels followed by a further 12 monthsin bottle.
Tasting Note: Full, elegant and aristocratic with a hint of green peppercorns and spice in the background.
Every day serving suggestion: Game, roast meats, and mature cheese.
Blend Nebbiolo 100%
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