Barolo DOCG Leon Riserva
After 5 years of aging, Barolo may crown itself with the title of “Reserve”. We select our Barolo Riserva from the barrels with the greatest potential for ageing and it is at its best after 15-20 years.
GRAPE VARIETAL
100% Nebbiolo. A native Piedmont grape with a late harvest period, recognized for its quality since the ancient Roman epoch. The wine obtained is characterized by extraordinary refinement, exceptional ageing capacity and strong tannin content.
MUNICIPALITY
Serralunga d’Alba
WINE MAKING
Stalk removal, pressing and cold maceration for 2 days. Duration of fermentation 15 days. Controlled temperature fermentation at 28 °C
YEASTS
Native
CLARIFICATION
Fresh egg white
FILTRATION
With inert material
AGEING
36 months in 30 hectolitre oak barrels from Slavonia and in 225 litre French oak barrels.
IN-BOTTLE REFINEMENT
24 months
BOTTLES PRODUCED
4000
FORMATS
0.75 litres
CHARACTERISTICS
Special selection of our Barolos that presented a high aptitude for ageing in our in-barrel tastings. A wine that expresses its best over the long term. The extra years of ageing guarantees the greater smoothness of the tannins and an intense bouquet.
SERVING TEMPERATURE
17 °C
RECOMMENDED PAIRINGS
Red meats, game
