Comm. G.B. Burlotto COMM. G.B. BURLOTTO BAROLO 2018

Description

Barolo 2018 by G.B. Burlotto offers a traditional approach to Nebbiolo. Grapes from various Verduno vineyards. It is a soft and sinuous expression that seduces with an impressive succession of aromas of wild cherry, blue flowers, crushed stone and anise.

This historic estate located in the municipality of Verduno in the Barolo DOCG, was founded by Giovan Battista Burlotto, the Commendatore, in the mid-18th century, during which he obtained the illustrious title of “Supplier of the Royal House of Savoy”, and “L ‘ sole supplier of the Arctic expedition of the Duke of Abruzzo to the North Pole “. Burlotto distinguishes itself by introducing the practice of selling wine in bottles with the name of his estate at a time when in the Langa it was common practice to sell wine in cask.

Most of the estate’s vineyards are located in the municipality of Verduno, where there is also the famous cru Monvigliero, which is known for its position entirely to the south and the white marl soil.

The estate remains the property of the family and is currently under the direction of Burlotto’s great-granddaughter, Mariana Burlotto, and her husband, Giuseppe Alessandria.