BAROLO DOCG

The king of Italian wines: Barolo is produced in 11 small villages, namely Barolo, from which it takes its name, La Morra, Verduno, Serralunga d'Alba and Castiglione Falletto. To be considered a Barolo, it must comply with several rules, the most important of which is ageing for a minimum period of 38 months. Barolo is a wine that improves with bottle age, so it is advisable to keep it.

Tasting notes: garnet colour with orange reflections, intense and ethereal aroma. Its flavour is austere, yet velvety, robust and harmonious. Elegant with sweet and soft tannins.

Vineyard

Municipality: Barolo

Soil type: clayey, calcareous

Grape varieties: 100% Nebbiolo

Vintage: 2018

Harvest: manual

Winemaking: destemming, crushing and cold maceration for 2 days, after which fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature in steel vats. Maceration lasts approximately 20 days. Aged for a period of 38 months, of which at least 18 months are in oak barrels.

Alcohol content: 14.5%

Winemaker: Alessandro Bonelli

Serving temperature: 18 °C. Open the bottle at least 2 hours before serving.

Awards and distinctions:

Wine Enthusiast 2018 — 91

Wine Enthusiast 2020 — 90
Decanter Asia Wine Awards 2016 — Bronze medal
Wine Spectator 2016 — 89

Azienda Agricola Alessandro Rivetto

From the breathtaking views of La Morra to the rolling hills of Sinio, from the prestigious vineyards of the Barbaresco area in the municipality of Alba, to the ancient soils of Serralunga d'Alba, the prestigious Alessandro Rivetto estate preserves and reveals some of the most authentic and emblematic expressions of Langhe. It is a unique heritage expressed in the wines it produces — authentic interpreters of the land, capable of telling its story with new nuances in each vintage. Production is born from careful listening to nature and a deep understanding of the vineyards; it seeks to highlight the unique character of each hillside, transforming it into wines with a distinct and recognisable identity. 

A passion for wine and extensive experience in the sector — developed over a lifetime of learning and observation — are essential attributes of Azienda Agricola Alessandro Rivetto. Alessandro's grandfather — Ercole — introduced him to the vineyards and the cellar, just as his great-grandfather Giovanni had done before him. Ercole had deep ties to his homeland. He knew how to transform his father's intuition and use it as a starting point to explore new production possibilities.

In Alessandro's own words, «he gave me the pleasure of working with a smile on my face. I learned that from him: to love what I do and do what I love, bringing a smile to the people I meet and to those who taste my wine.»