Marchesi di Barolo
Langhe Nebbiolo Bric Amel 2024
| Denomination | DOC Langhe Nebbiolo |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | Aged in stainless steel or vitrified cement tanks to preserve the fresh and fragrant aromas; in some vintages blended with a moderate amount of Barbera wine. |
- Identity: Langhe Nebbiolo DOC 2024, still red wine from Piedmont, 13% vol
- Aromas: notes of raspberry, blackcurrant and pomegranate with hints of rose and violet
- Taste: fresh and harmonious profile, ripe fruit and fine, barely perceptible tannins
- Production: hand-picked, controlled fermentation, matured in steel or concrete
- Pairings: pasta with ragù, red meats and medium-aged cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Bric Amel Langhe Nebbiolo by Marchesi di Barolo is a still red wine from Piedmont, made from a carefully balanced blend of Nebbiolo and Barbera. This expression from the Langhe area stands out for its fresh, medium-bodied style, characterised by fine and discreet tannins that gently caress the palate. The bouquet opens with clear fruity notes of raspberry, blackcurrant and pomegranate, enriched by delicate floral nuances of rose and violet. On the palate, it is lively, marked by a pleasant freshness typical of the grape varieties, and finishes with an elegant and harmonious finale.
Where it comes from
The vineyards stretch across the steep hills of the Langhe, cultivated using the Guyot system. This area boasts remarkable microclimatic variety and is distinguished by the presence of soils rich in quartz sands and silt. Such geological composition allows Nebbiolo to develop an intense aromatic profile, encouraging clear aromas and a gentle taste texture. Under these specific environmental conditions, the wine achieves impeccable structural balance, delivering in the glass the natural softness of the fruit and the authentic territorial expression.
How it is produced
The production process begins with a rigorous manual harvest, essential to ensure the bunches reach the winery intact for subsequent gentle pressing. The must ferments at a controlled temperature, with the aid of gentle and periodic pump-overs that promote balanced extraction of colour and aromas from the skins. Maturation continues in stainless steel or vitrified cement tanks, a technical choice aimed at preserving the original fragrance and vibrant freshness of the Nebbiolo.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1806 in the heart of the Langhe, the Marchesi di Barolo winery boasts a prestigious history, dedicated to creating wines designed to improve over time. Under the expert guidance of oenologist Marco Marsili, the company continues this noble tradition with the Bric Amel Langhe Nebbiolo DOC, a fascinating and modern interpretation. The excellence of their production is demonstrated by significant achievements, including prestigious awards from Bibenda and Vitae AIS and high scores from experts such as James Suckling and Luca Maroni.
Awards
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2024
90/100
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:
14 -16 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1800
- Oenologist: Marco Marsili
- Bottles produced: 1.500.000
- Hectares: 105
| Name | Marchesi di Barolo Langhe Nebbiolo Bric Amel 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Langhe DOC |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Marchesi di Barolo |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1806 in the heart of the Langhe, the Marchesi di Barolo winery boasts a prestigious history, dedicated to creating wines designed to improve over time. Under the expert guidance of oenologist Marco Marsili, the company continues this noble tradition with the Bric Amel Langhe Nebbiolo DOC, a fascinating and modern interpretation. The excellence of their production is demonstrated by significant achievements, including prestigious awards from Bibenda and Vitae AIS and high scores from experts such as James Suckling and Luca Maroni. |
| Origin | Langhe, Piedmont, Italy |
| Soil composition | Soils rich in quartz sands and very fine silt |
| Cultivation system | Vertical trellis Guyot system on hills with a good slope, sometimes very steep |
| Production technique | Manual harvesting; destemming and gentle crushing; fermentation in temperature-controlled tanks with pump-overs; ageing in stainless steel or vitrified cement tanks |
| Wine making | The grapes, harvested exclusively by hand, arrive at the winery intact, where they are quickly destemmed and gently pressed to extract only the most noble and aromatic fractions; fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature in temperature-controlled tanks with periodic gentle pump-overs; racking takes place at the end of fermentation. |
| Aging | Aged in stainless steel or vitrified cement tanks to preserve the fresh and fragrant aromas; in some vintages blended with a moderate amount of Barbera wine. |
| Total acidity | 5.53 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 0.44 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |