Casa E. di Mirafiore
Barolo Parafada 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Barolo |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | Matured for 20-24 months in tonneaux, followed by further ageing in ceramic amphorae before bottling. |
- Origin: Barolo DOCG, MGA Parafada, Serralunga d’Alba, Piedmont
- Grape variety and type: 100% organic Nebbiolo, still red wine suitable for a vegan diet
- Vinification: whole cluster, matured for 20-24 months in tonneaux and ceramic amphorae
- Sensory: garnet red, notes of wild strawberry and black pepper, dense tannins, long finish
- Serving and pairings: 18-20 °C, decant for 1 hour. Excellent with pork. 95 JS, 96 WS
Description
What kind of wine it is
Mirafiore Barolo Parafada is an organic red wine from Piedmont, made from Nebbiolo grapes, with a rigorous and structured character. This Barolo reflects the soul of its terroir with an enveloping sensory profile, ideal for long ageing. On the nose, it offers clear notes of wild strawberry and small red fruits, enriched by spicy nuances of black pepper. The palate is vibrant, supported by a dense and balanced tannic structure that leads to a long, persistent finish, making it an ideal accompaniment for meat dishes and selections of mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The wine originates from the renowned Parafada geographical mention in Serralunga d’Alba, in the heart of the Langhe. The vineyards cultivated by Mirafiore benefit from a south-west and south-east exposure and altitudes ideal for full ripening. The soils, characterised by a balanced composition of sand, silt and clay, give the wine a distinctive tension, solid structure and high aromatic definition. The estate tends these historic vines following the principles of organic sustainability, enhancing the natural expressions of the rural landscape.
How it is produced
The production process is distinguished by whole cluster fermentation in wooden vats, where carefully alternated layers of destemmed grapes and intact bunches are used. Targeted and gentle punch-downs keep the cap moist without breaking the berries. After static decantation, malolactic fermentation takes place in the same vats. The subsequent slow maturation continues in wooden barrels for about two years and is perfected with ageing in ceramic amphorae before bottling. This meticulous process enriches the organoleptic profile, ensuring a long persistence.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1878, Casa E. di Mirafiore presents an organic masterpiece with the Barolo Parafada 2021, a rigorous and authentic expression of the historic terroir of Serralunga d’Alba. This Piedmontese excellence is born from a delicate whole bunch fermentation and evolves majestically through a precious maturation, completed in distinctive ceramic amphorae. Celebrated internationally with 96 points from Wine Spectator, this noble red wine masterfully unites the ancient tradition of the Langhe with a vibrant and long-lasting taste persistence.
Awards
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2021
95/100
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.
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2021
96/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1878
- Oenologist: Andrea Conti
- Bottles produced: 200.000
- Hectares: 25
Since 1878, Casa E. Di Mirafiore has been overlooking this UNESCO world heritage landscape with his estates in Barolo and Serralunga, the heart of one of the world's most famous wines: Barolo. It is also thanks to Casa E. Di Mirafiore that the world is aware of Barolo. It is in fact the first winery to export Barolo worldwide.
This estate is synonymous with quality, as it is home to two of the best Cru vineyards in the Langhe: Lazzarito (on one of Serralunga d'Alba's most magnificent slopes) and Paiagallo.
In this town, Serralunga d'Alba, tradition is never forgotten. Even today, the style of Casa E. Mirafiore is defined by fermentation in concrete tanks and enormous Slavonian oak barrels for ageing. Read more
| Name | Mirafiore Barolo Parafada 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Barolo DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Casa E. di Mirafiore |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1878, Casa E. di Mirafiore presents an organic masterpiece with the Barolo Parafada 2021, a rigorous and authentic expression of the historic terroir of Serralunga d’Alba. This Piedmontese excellence is born from a delicate whole bunch fermentation and evolves majestically through a precious maturation, completed in distinctive ceramic amphorae. Celebrated internationally with 96 points from Wine Spectator, this noble red wine masterfully unites the ancient tradition of the Langhe with a vibrant and long-lasting taste persistence. |
| Origin | MGA Parafada, Serralunga d'Alba |
| Soil composition | Sand, silt and clay |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Plants per hectare | 4000 - 5000 |
| Harvest | Mid-October |
| Fermentation | Approximately three weeks |
| Production technique | Whole bunch fermentation with ageing in ceramic amphorae |
| Wine making | The grapes are fermented in 500-litre wooden barrels with whole cluster fermentation, alternating layers of destemmed grapes and intact bunches; gentle punch-downs during alcoholic fermentation; slow fermentation lasting about three weeks; racking and pressing with part of the must finishing fermentation without skins; static decantation for a couple of days followed by malolactic fermentation in the same barrels. |
| Aging | Matured for 20-24 months in tonneaux, followed by further ageing in ceramic amphorae before bottling. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |