Aldo Conterno's Barolo Cicala 2000, 100% Nebbiolo, shows an intense garnet red. Complex aromas of rose and licorice. Powerful and elegant on the palate, with velvety tannins and a long finish. Excellent aging potential.
Italy - Piedmont Red wine DOCG, Dry Nebbiolo 100%
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Colour
Intense garnet red with orange reflections, clear and brilliant.
Bouquet
Intense and complex, notes of withered rose, violet, licorice, truffle, sweet spices, leather and undergrowth.
Taste
Powerful and elegant, firm but velvety tannins, long persistence, ripe fruit and complex tertiary notes.
Alcohol content
14% vol.
Type of glass
Large Burgundy or Gran Cru glass.
Pairings
Braised or roasted red meats, game, aged cheeses and truffle dishes.
Refinement
Long aging in large Slavonian oak barrels followed by bottle aging.
Vinification
Fermentation in steel tanks at controlled temperature with prolonged maceration on the skins.