Oddero - Barolo Villero DOCG

Oddero - Barolo Villero DOCG. Villero is located in the township of Castiglione Falletto, just a few dozen meters from the vineyards at Villero is located in the township of Castiglione Falletto, just a few dozen meters from the vineyards at Rocche di Castiglione and has a very different soil type. The vineyard is fully south-facing and rests at 380 MASL. Its soil is tough and more compact than the Rocche because it has a higher amount of clay with limestone. The presence of clay silicates helps it retain water. Though the distance between Villero and Rocche di Castiglione seems negligible, there is quite a bit of variation between the soils of the two terrains: Villero is tougher and more compact, whereas Rocche is looser and poor in nutrients.

Wine type: red wine DOCG - Barolo Villero.

Vintage and alcohol content: 2016 - 14,5°.

Region: South-east, facing vineyards in the municipalities of Castiglione Falletto.

Grape/blend: 100% Nebbiolo.

Type soil: tough and compact, higher amount of clay with limestone.

Colour: red.

Aroma: the bouquet offers intriguing and dense scents of violet, red fruits, cocoa and liquorice.

Tasting notes: the complex tannic texture displays a delicate sweet finish.

Serving suggestions: juicy red meat and mature cheeses. Serving 18°C.

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