Product Description
Marcarini Barolo “Brunate” DOCG
100% Nebbiolo. Marcarini Barolo “Brunate” DOCG is garnet in color with slight orange reflections. An austere and imposing example of this cru displaying characteristic power and strength. Its classic style excites the nose with marvelous spice, tobacco, and dry rose scents.
“Classic is a keyword in the Marcarini philosophy. Ideally poised between traditional and modern, the wines are characterized by both a voluptuous, embracing style and the superb longevity and blockbuster structure of Piedmont’s best.”
Vineyard Information
Grapes: 100% Nebbiolo
Region: Piedmont
Vineyards: From La Morra and Barolo, Piedmont
Exposure: South
Altitude: 300 meters (984 feet) above sea level
Soil: Calcareous clay with high magnesium content
Vine Training: Free-standing espalier with “Guyot” pruning
Vine Age: 32 and 41 years
Time of Harvest: Mid October
Vine Density: 4,000 vines per hectare
Winemaking Information
Total Production: 22,500 bottles
Vinification Process: The hand-picked grapes are selected in the vineyard before being approved to harvest. Vinification in stainless steel and concrete tanks under a controlled temperature of 86 °F. The wine macerates for 30-40 days.
Aging Process: The wine is aged 24 months in Slovenian oak barrels and bottle-ages 12 months
Alcohol Content: 14.00%
Winemaker: Marcarini family and Valter Bonetti
Cellaring: Up to 20 years
Closure: Cork
Additional information
| Weight | 18.7 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6.6 × 9.6 × 12.0 in |
| Bottle Sizes | 375ml |
| Bottles per Case | 375 ml: 12 bottles per case |