Schiavenza
Barolo Prapò 2018
| Denomination | Barolo DOCG |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | In steel for 6-8 months and in 20-40 hl Slavonian oak casks for 3 years. |
| Year | 2018 |
| Product name | Barolo Prapò 2018 |
| Color | Ruby red colour. |
| Perfume | Aroma of red fruit, cherry and black cherry. |
| Taste | Robust, austere with an almond note on the finish. |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Country | Italy |
Description
Barolo Prapo 2018 by Schiavenza, a still red from Piedmont, 15% ABV. A Barolo that embodies the tradition of Serralunga d'Alba, produced by a winery established in 1956. Made from 100% Nebbiolo, it is aged for three years in 20-40 hl Slavonian oak barrels. The intense aroma features notes of red fruit, cherry, and black cherry, leading to a robust and austere palate with an almondy finish. A wine that promises longevity and complexity, perfect for accompanying rich dishes.
Awards
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2018
4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2018
93/100
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2018
93/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2018
92/100
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2018
93/100
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Details
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C.
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
Pairings
- Start up year: 1956
- Oenologist: Luciano Pira
- Bottles produced: 48.000
- Hectares: 11
The firm started by the brothers Vittorio and Ugo Alessandria is now managed by the son-in-law Luciano Pira, agronomist and celiar man, aided by the wife Maura Alessandria and by the brother-in-law Walter Anselma . In the past the farm and the surrounding lands were owned by the Opera Pia Barolo; the work was made by sharecroppers called "schiavenza": from which derives the curious company's name.
Actually the company extend itself on ten hectares of vineyards in the territory of Serralunga d'Alba; it owns moreover 15.240 m2 in the village of Monforte d'Alba in the Perno hamlet.
From these esteemed lands the company produces red wine of excelent quality following an artisan making. Read more
| Name | Schiavenza Barolo Prapo 2018 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Barolo DOCG |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Schiavenza |
| Origin | Several locations all in the commune of Serralunga d'Alba |
| Climate | Altitude: 300-400 m. a.s.l. Exposure: south-east and west. |
| Soil composition | Clayey and calcareous soil. |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Plants per hectare | 4000 |
| Harvest | Late, manual - period late September/early October |
| Wine making | Fermentation in vitrified cement vats for 15-20 days at 25-30 °C, pumping over and aeration twice a day with temperature control. |
| Aging | In steel for 6-8 months and in 20-40 hl Slavonian oak casks for 3 years. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |