Ascheri Barolo (750ml)
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Wine Type
Red Wine
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Size
750ml
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Vintage
2018
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Country
Italy
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Region
Piedmont
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Sub-Region
Barolo
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Grape
Nebbiolo
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Farming Method
ConventionalMost products with this label come from producers who do their best to avoid any intervention at all but it’s possible that some of the aforementioned preventative measures and additions are deemed necessary. Learn More
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ABV
14.5%
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Food Pairing
Grilled MeatMushroom risottoRipe Cheese
Originating in La Morra in the early 19th century, the first vines were planted and the first wine was produced in a place called “Ascheri,” that still exists today. Vine-growing and wine-making were still primitive and rudimental in the region, where wines were mostly sold in demijohns and traveled for several days before reaching their selling points. Documentation concerning the “Ascheri” vine cultivation method (then considered modern for its technical innovations) clearly shows that the Ascheri Winery stood out for its commitment and innovative methods.
In 1880, Ascheri was moved from La Morra to Bra, an important town for the distribution of Barolo, where it still sits today. The estate has expanded to and now includes the original La Morra Vineyards (mainly producing grapes for Barolo, Barbera d’Alba and Dolcetto d’Alba) the estates of Serralunga d’Alba, Verduno and Bra.
Tasting Notes
In the glass, a gorgeous garnet red colour. On the nose, a layered bouquet of sweet spices, dried flowers, leather and underbrush. Much of the same can be found on the palate, with added structure and elegant tannins- powerful, with lots of length. A classic pairing would be mushroom risotto but this would do fantastic with a number of grilled meats and ripe cheese.
Method
Made from 100% Nebbiolo, the grapes are sourced from vineyards across the villages of La Morra, Verduno, and Serralunga d’Alba- a very traditional approach. They’re then harvested between the 5th and 20th of October and fermentation lasts about 15 days at 28°C. The wine ages for at least two years in oak and one year in bottle before release.
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