Barolo DOCG Bel Colle
| Sommelier score | 89/100 | 2024 |
| Winery | Bel Colle |
| Denomination | Barolo Docg |
| Vintage | 2012 |
| Grapes | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Alcohol content | 14,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | BFE |
| Winery headquarter | Bel Colle - Verduno (CN) - Via Castagni, 56 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Sliced beef, mushroom risotto, Pasta with meat sauce, Rabbit, Fillet with green pepper, Hard cheese, Tagliatelle with mushrooms, Braised beef in Barolo |
| Region | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Style | Full-bodied and intense |
| Wine list | Barolo |
The Barolo is the Piedmont red wine most famous in Italy than in foreign countries. The Agricultural company Bel Colle produces this Barolo in the vineyards located in Verduno in the Langhe territory. The grapes are 100% Nebbiolo. After the fermentation, the refinement is for 3 years in oak or in chestnut barrels.
Characteristics of this Barolo wine
Esthetically it has an intense purple red color with orange reflections. The scent is wide and characteristic and the floral and fruity flavors are joint to spicy aromas. The taste is rich but velvety, dry and rich with a perfect harmony.
Recommended pairings while tasting this Red Wine
It has to be served in wide wine glasses at 18-20°C. It is preferable to open it some hours before drinking it to exalt its qualities. It is perfect to be drunk with meat second courses based on red meat and game.
