Poderi Colla
Barolo DOCG Bussia - Dardi le Rose
The Dardi di Bussia zone is historically considered one of the great Barolo crus.
IN THE VINEYARD: Variety : 100% Nebbiolo
Exposure : southern, Southwesterly ; Altitude : 300 to 350 meters above sea level
Vines planted in : 1970 - 1985 ; Vines per hectare : approximately 4,000
Wine yield per hectare : around 4,000 liters ;Harvest time : October 10th -20th
CELLAR: Grapes are hand-picked, destalked and crushed; the must successively
macerates on the skins for 12/15 days at a maximum temperature of about
30° C., and malolactic fermentation ensues, completed before winter. In the
spring, the wine sojourns in oak casks for a period from 24 to 28 months.
Alcohol : 13-14 % by vol. ; Total acidity : 5-5.5 grams per liter of tartaric acid
Dry extract : 27-30 grams per liter
TASTING NOTE
Deep, intense ruby-red in colour, with a rich and refined bouquet, delicately spiced,
bringing out floral tones, mingled with red berry fruit and tar. Full-bodied and
strongly structured, it stays on the palate with supple tannin sensations, covered
with fragrant notes of ripe fruit and liquorice. A traditional, “majestic” Nebbiolo with
the might, balance and complexity of a symphony orchestra! Extraordinary ageing
capacity. Despite its strong personality,Barolo can be enjoyed frequently with red meat
and ground game, even – why not? – with very rich fish dishes, such as baked turbot,
or a dinner featuring speciality cheeses. Serving temperature: 17-19°C – serve in a
balloon glass, decant the very old vintages before drinking to allow them to breathe.
AWARDS Vintage 2009: DECANTER 2013 = 90+ ; WINE ENTHUSIAST 2013 = 93 ;
VINOUS 2013 = 92 ; GAMBERO ROSSO 2014 = 3 glass
Region PiemonteGrapes Used: Nebbiolo 100%
