Le Ginestre Barolo DOCG Sottocastello di Novello 2017 Riserva

Le Ginestre

From the classic vintage of 2017 and the prestigious Sottocastello di Novello zone in Novello, this vineyard sits at around 400 metres above sea level with a south to south-easterly exposure, planted in 1999 and 2002 on deep, well-drained limestone soils (4,500 vines/ha), trained on espalier with Guyot pruning. Vinification takes place on the skins with an emerged cap and daily pump-overs, followed by extended post-fermentation maceration to enhance extraction and colour stability; after racking, the wine completes malolactic fermentation in stainless steel before ageing in oak casks for three years, then a further year in bottle prior to release. In the glass it shows a deep, bright ruby red with slight orange hues, offering aromas of violet, vanilla, cinnamon, sweet tobacco and liquorice, with a full-bodied, structured palate, smooth texture, slightly dry profile and a long, spicy finish, promising excellent ageing potential.