BOROLO DOGG 2015 CEREQUIO

Cerequio is an amphitheater of vines on the Langhe terrace, in the municipality of La Morra.

Its soil made of sand (20%), loam (50%), and clay (30%) produces tannic, solid-bodied, and powerful wines. The vineyard is located at a height of about 320 m (1050 ft.) a.s.l. and has an eastward sun exposure. The olfactory bouquet of this cru is rich and complex: the dominating scents are cherry, violet, and balsamic notes, as well as refined hints of vanilla, liquorish, dried rose, and tar.

Grape varietal: Nebbiolo 100%

Production area: municipality of La Morra – single vineyard Cerequio

Alcohol content: 14.5% by volume

Colour: garnet red with orange reflections in the ageing

Bouquet: notes of violet, cherry and balsamic nuances of vanilla and liquorice

Taste: intense, elegant and persistent, with notes of red fruit and, with ageing, tobacco and leather

Vinification: fermentation at controlled temperature for 20 days

Suggested serving temperature: 16/17^oC