Barolo Cannubi, Giacomo Fenocchio

BAROLO CANNUBI

D.O.C.G.

Location

The historic “Cannubi” cru in the village of Barolo

Grape Variety

100% Nebbiolo, variety Michet

Vineyard Area

0,5 Hectare

Exposure

Southeast

Altitude

Hilly zone at around 280 meters a.s.l.

Soil

Tortoniano, marl with tuff and a prominent presence of sand, making it always dry

Average age of the vines

30 years

Grape yield per hectare

70 quintals

Harvest

In the first fifteen days of October

Vinification

Traditional method of long maceration: natural fermentation without added yeasts until 40 days in stainless steel tanks

Aging

6 months in stainless steel tanks, 30 months in large capacity Slavonian oak casks (20-25 hl) and a successive maturation in the bottle

Production

3,000 bottles a year

Tasting Notes

The color is a deep garnet red with ruby reflections. The bouquet is rich with fruit and floral fragrances, and strong warm spiced scents. An elegant and velvety wine, it is characterized by its completeness, balance and well known longevity

Gastronomy

The Barolo Cannubi pairs well with dishes of red meat, game and aged cheeses, which are typical of the local cuisine, as well as with many rich international dishes

Alcohol level

Approx. 14-14,5% Vol

Total Acidity

Approx. 5.2-5.6 g/L