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Kevin's comments: From the Barbera grape, a dry, full and firm red with hints of wild raspberries and mint on the nose.
Chateau Tasting Notes
MICHELE CHIARLO - PIEMONTE
Michele Chiarlo was born in the Monferrato region of Piemonte where his family has grown grapes for over 5 generations. In 1956 he decided to start a small winery in Calamandrana, a small village nestled in some of Monferrato's finest hillside vineyards. Over the last 30 years Michele Chiarlo has been patiently selecting vineyards with soils and exposures that give consistently high quality. The vineyard practices (severe pruning, cluster thinning to limit the crop, use of organic fertilisers and spraying only the traditional Bordeaux mixture) also reflect the Chiarlo philosophy of quality. Grapes produced in this way cost a lot more, but that is what it takes to grow the best. When his wines are tasted, we think you will understand why Chiarlo goes to such great lengths.
Chiarlo runs 3 wineries where tradition and modern techniques go hand in hand. The original winery in Calamandrana is also the home to the winery headquarters and the bottling plant. Michele Chiarlo has been able to convey his quality belief to his sons and staff. It is a guarantee that the winery will continue along this path in the years to come!
Grapes: 100% Barbera grown on hillside vineyards at 200/300M.
Area: Calamandrana which is situated in the heart of the "classic" area.
Soil: Mostly limestone with some clay.
Winemaking: The fruit is picked when fully ripe and each vineyard block is fermented separately.
After malolactic fermentation the wine is racked into Slovenian oak puncheons for ageing.
Colour: Ruby red with violet tinges.
Serve: At 18C with roast meats, poultry and mature cheeses.
Taste: Dry, full and firm with hints of wild raspberries, black cherries and mint on the nose.
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