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Fontana Livia
Barolo Fontanin 2022
Other years:
2021| Denomination | DOCG Barolo |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | Slow maturation for 30–40 months in traditional oak casks, followed by bottle ageing and resting in an underground cellar at controlled temperature and humidity until being released for sale. |
| Other years | 2021 |
- Type: Still red wine Barolo DOCG from 100% Nebbiolo grapes
- Origin: Castiglione Falletto at 300-350m on marl and sand soils
- Ageing: 30-40 months in oak barrels after 20 days of maceration
- Aromas: Notes of macerated violet, balsamic nuances and spices
- Ratings: 15% vol., 94 pts James Suckling and 4 Vines Vitae AIS
Description
What kind of wine it is
Barolo Fontanin by Livia Fontana is a still red wine made entirely from Nebbiolo grapes, originating from the hills of Piedmont. This authentic expression boasts the prestigious Barolo designation, standing out for its robust body and long evolutionary potential. The aromatic profile offers notes of macerated violet, liquorice and nutmeg, while on the palate, elegant tannins support an imposing structure. Vinification in steel tanks is followed by long ageing in wooden barrels.
Where it comes from
This Barolo originates from vineyards located in Castiglione Falletto, a prime terroir in the heart of Piedmont. The vines grow at an altitude of between 300 and 350 metres above sea level, benefiting from a microclimate ideal for ripening Nebbiolo. The soil is characterised by Sant’Agata Fossili Marls, enriched by a significant presence of sand. This particular geological composition gives the wine extraordinary aromatic finesse, while the altitude ensures optimal ripening, fundamental for the development of deep taste persistence.
How it is produced
Production begins in mid-October with a manual harvest, followed by careful berry selection on a vibrating table and soft pressing. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature, accompanied by maceration for about twenty days, during which pump-overs and délestage are carried out. Subsequently, the wine undergoes slow maturation for 30-40 months in traditional oak barrels. The process concludes with a further period of rest in the bottle within the underground cellar at controlled temperature and humidity, forging the wine's imposing structure and elegant texture.
History and curiosities
Livia Fontana's Barolo Fontanin 2022 represents a historic excellence rooted in Castiglione Falletto. A fascinating peculiarity of this artisanal label lies in the traditional bottle with the "Albeisa" engraving on the neck, an unmistakable tribute to the classic Piedmontese style. The famous Luigi Veronelli described this masterpiece as an excellent, exhilarating and admirable wine. After a careful rest in the silence of an underground cellar, its prestige is celebrated by 94 James Suckling points and the prestigious 4 Vitae AIS Vines.
Awards
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2022
94/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1995
- Oenologist: Michele Fumero Fontana
- Bottles produced: 60.000
- Hectares: 10
The Livia Fontana winery is a rare case in which business and family blend together blurring the boundaries of both, becoming an example of how the convergence of objectives makes the family united and the company successful. The winery is managed by Livia Fontana and her two sons, Michele and Lorenzo, who have been preceded by seven generations of the Fontana family. Each with their own roles brings energy, enthusiasm, competence and passion. The result is excellent wines that are appreciated throughout the world for the way in which tradition and new technologies merge in products of very high quality. Read more
| Name | Livia Fontana Barolo Fontanin 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Barolo DOCG |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Fontana Livia |
| Story | History and curiosities Livia Fontana's Barolo Fontanin 2022 represents a historic excellence rooted in Castiglione Falletto. A fascinating peculiarity of this artisanal label lies in the traditional bottle with the "Albeisa" engraving on the neck, an unmistakable tribute to the classic Piedmontese style. The famous Luigi Veronelli described this masterpiece as an excellent, exhilarating and admirable wine. After a careful rest in the silence of an underground cellar, its prestige is celebrated by 94 James Suckling points and the prestigious 4 Vitae AIS Vines. |
| Origin | Castiglione Falletto, Piedmont |
| Soil composition | Sant'Agata Fossili marls with presence of sand |
| Harvest | Mid-October |
| Fermentation | About 20 days |
| Production technique | Manual harvesting with selection; gentle crushing; fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks; maceration for ~20 days with pumping over and rack-and-return; maturation for 30–40 months in traditional oak casks followed by bottle ageing (resting in the cellar, including underground cellars). |
| Wine making | Selection of berries on a vibrating table, soft pressing, fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks; maceration for approximately 20 days with pump-overs and délestage; slow ageing/maturation for 30–40 months in traditional oak casks, followed by resting in the cellar (including underground) and bottle ageing. |
| Aging | Slow maturation for 30–40 months in traditional oak casks, followed by bottle ageing and resting in an underground cellar at controlled temperature and humidity until being released for sale. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |