E. Pira & Figli – Chiara Boschis – Barolo DOCG Cannubi 2017
€130.00
12 in stock
| YEAR | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Producer | E. Pira & Figli – Chiara Boschis |
| APPELLATION | Barolo DOCG Cannubi |
| Grape variety | |
| COUNTRY | Italy |
| REGION | Piedmont |
| Format | 0,75 lt |
| ALCOHOL CONTENT | 14.54% |
| Drinking Window | |
| Green | Organic |
Cannubi vineyard is one of the most historically famous crus of the whole Barolo area. The vineyards of Chiara Boschis are located at 300 meters above sea level with South, South-west exposure. Only 3.450 bottles of this wine are produced each vintage.
The 2017 vintage growing year will be remembered for its hot climate, and in particular sparse rainfall. The maximum temperatures recorded during the summer months were above average, just as they were in the whole of Italy, but the nights were cooler than in other hot years. Between the end of August and the beginning of September, eagerly-awaited rain helped to accumulate 25 mm of water, which partly rebalanced the water supply to the grape berries for which raison was now well and truly underway. Starting from the first week in September, temperatures dropped appreciably and growing patterns were nearer seasonal averages, with considerable differences between day and night temperatures. This situation was further helped by the polyphenolic profile of the red wine grapes with a medium-long vegetative cycle, such as Nebbiolo and Barbera, for which the data differed to those recorded in other “hot” vintages. As a matter of fact, the values observed this year are better in terms of both quantity – accumulation of anthocyanins and tannins – and extractability, an essential factor in wines for ageing.
In short, the cycle was early this year, but the vine was able in any case to enjoy a full development cycle. The lower yield recorded in the vineyard is in keeping with a year in which there was sparse rainfall, with clusters which were compact when picked and showing must-skin percentages within average ranges.
Soft, balanced and sensual: these are the signature characteristics of Cannubi, the Barolo cru par excellence, in the very commune that gives its name to the appellation. And the wine of Chiara Boschis perfectly embodies this personality. Notes of mint and a good acidity complement the dark fruits.
Perfect to drink as a meditation wine, it can be paired with delicate cheeses, a cream of potato or a fondue with truffle.
16-18 °C
Open some time before drinking.
The winey is certified organic.
Short winter pruning and spring vine training, reduction in yields through removal of
excess bunches after the fruit set, strict selection during harvest. All of this work had been performed by hand. To fight vineyard diseases, counter-measures were employed using an organic system with very low environmental impact.
Fermentation took place in steel tanks under temperature control with frequent pumping over and punch down. Aging in lightly toasted 30% new French oak for 24 months and one year further in the bottle prior to release. The style of vinification and aging are kept the same in all the three Barolos of the winey, to underline the differences of the terrior.
The wine is bottled unfiltered.
