Dosio
2017 Dosio | Barolo | Fossati Riserva
2017 Dosio | Barolo | Fossati Riserva
Specifications
- Alcohol 14.5%
- Appellation Fossati
- Country Italy
- Importer Parmeson WInes
- Producer Dosio
- Region Piedmonte
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Sensory Profile
Colour: garnet red with orange reflections
Nose: hints of violet, rose and hay that evolve into pleasant note of spices and tobacco
Taste: full-bodied wine, with good balance between tannins and acidity that ensures it longevityServing temperature: we recommend to serve it at a temperature of 60-64°F, uncorking the bottle in advance
Wine with exceptional ageing potential
- Sub-region Barolo
- Type Barolo DOCG Fossati Riserva
- Varietal Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2017
Production Notes
Vinification: destemming-crushing, maceration in temperature controlled tanks at a temperature of 77-79°F for 50-60 days with daily pumping over of the must, followed by spontaneous malolactic fermentation
Ageing: in oak barrels for at least 18 months
Vineyard Notes
Production area: Barolo
Altitude: from 1100 to 1250ft
Soil composition: blue marl
Cultivation method: Guyot (cane pruning)
Exposure: South-East
Average age of vines: from 40 to 50 years
Harvest: by hand, first decade of October
Winemaker Notes
Fossati is an Additional Geographic Mention (MGA), equivalent of the French term "Cru". MGA are officially delimited production areas within the Barolo DOCG Appellation and underline the strong link of the wine with the territory. The blue marls and high elevation of the Fossati Cru vineyard help concentrate the flavours of some of Dosio's oldest Nebbiolo. This vineyard is the true witness of the modern history of Barolo: the vines were planted between 60 and 70 years ago. Only the best seleted grapes are used for the Riserva, and it is not happening every year.