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Viinin Kuvailu
The Story
Grape variety: 100% Nebbiolo
Vineyards: Sourced from family owned vineyards in Serralunga d'Alba (Ornato), Grinzane Cavour (Gustava), La Morra (Roncaglie), Barolo -Novello (Ravera).
Vinification: In stainless steel tanks. Skin contact for about 20 days.
Ageing: In mid toasted French oak for 3 years: 70% in 20 to 50 hectoliters casks; 30% in barriques.
Vuosikerta 1955
The 1955 Italian wine vintage stands as one of the most legendary, regal, and enduring post-WWII harvests for both Piedmont and Tuscany, characterized by a temperate growing season with ideal diurnal temperature swings that enabled Nebbiolo and Sangiovese to reach full physiological maturity at high natural acidity and optimal sugar levels. Harvested in dry, pristine weather throughout early-to-mid October, top wines—including historic benchma...
