Barolo DOCG – Comune di Serralunga – 2019 – Ettore Germano

The Barolo Comune di Serralunga Wine from Ettore Germano Winery

The Barolo DOCG Comune di Serralunga from Ettore Germano Winery is made with pure Nebbiolo grapes. These are cultivated in estate-owned vineyards situated at about 500 meters above sea level, where the soil is predominantly calcareous and stony. This particular Barolo is produced from younger vines, aged between 5 and 15 years, located in various plots, all within the municipality of Serralunga. As the producer states, it is an entry-level to this great wine of the Piedmontese tradition.

The Winemaking

The grape harvest is strictly manual, and only selected grapes are brought to the winery for vinification. Once in the winery, the grapes are destemmed and crushed in stainless steel tanks. Here, alcoholic fermentation occurs with maceration on the skins lasting from 20 to 30 days. During this period, several daily pump-overs are performed to enhance the extraction of color and tannins. Concerning aging, the wine is moved to medium-sized wooden barrels of different ages and passages. It rests here for a period ranging from 18 to 24 months. After this period, bottling occurs, followed by further bottle aging for about 12 months.

As regards refinement, the wine is moved into medium-sized wooden barrels of different ages and passages and rests here for a period ranging from 18 to 24 months. Once this period is over, the wine is bottled and left to rest for approximately 12 months in the cellar.

Tasting the Winery’s Wine

The wine has a brilliant garnet red color. On the nose, it is elegant with pleasant fruity aromas of strawberry, cherry, and pomegranate, alternating with floral notes of rose. On the palate, it is full and enveloping, with good tannicity softened by aging in medium-sized barrels. This leaves the mouth clean with a persistent and intense aftertaste.

Food Pairings

THE AWARDS

2018
– Bibenda – 4/5 grappes
– James Suckling – 92/100
– Gambero Rosso – 2/3 glasses

 THE WINERY

Ettore Germano Winery is a historic wine estate located in the heart of the Langhe. This region in Piedmont is renowned for its quality wines. The winery’s story begins with Ettore Germano, a man passionate about viticulture. He passed down his dedication and love for the land to subsequent generations. The Germano family has cultivated vineyards in Serralunga d’Alba since the early 1900s. They have built a legacy based on tradition, innovation, and respect for the land. Today, the winery is led by the fourth generation of the family. They continue to honor the values and practices handed down by their ancestors. They integrate new technologies and sustainable approaches… go the the winery page