This is another fine set of Barolos from Mauro Veglio. Alessandro Veglio describes 2019 as a year with a late bud break and a long vegetative cycle. The 2019s represent another step forward for an estate that continues to seek greater finesse in their wines. The new Barolo del Comune di Serralunga d’Alba is a terrific addition to the range.
MAURO VEGLIO, harvest in Paiagallo, Barolo.
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Vine training system: guyot
Vinification: Maceration on the skins in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature for 20-25 days, beginning with cold maceration (10 °C) during the first 48 hours. During this period, an extremely delicate extraction is carried out, only performing a couple of daily pumping over. It is then drained off and undergoes malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Towards December, the wine is transferred to small barrels of oak, 30% of which are new and 70% used, where they remain to age for 24 months. After decanting in stainless steel, the wine is bottled without fining or filtration.
Color: light ruby red with subtle garnet reflections
Aroma: ethereal, with uniquely sweet, spicy notes that blend perfectly with fruity and flowery aromas
Flavor: warm, slightly balsamic with delicately tannic notes offset with a good balance of alcohol. Well-structured and generous body with sweet, mouthwatering tannins. The excellent exposition of its vineyards and great thermal energy are determining factors in this wine’s character.
