2017 Michele Chiarlo Reyna Barbaresco DOCG

2017 Michele Chiarlo Reyna Barbaresco DOCG

2017 Michele Chiarlo Reyna Barbaresco DOCG Pure, high-toned red berry aromas and flavors with spice notes surround a core of vivid acidity and moderate tannins. Similar in character to Barolo, but more delicate, this Barbaresco has great aging potential. FOOD PAIRING This is a great wine for roasts and game. POINTS OF DISTINCTION Similar in character to Barolo, but more delicate Matured one year in oak barrels and one year in bottle before release.

The wine producing firm of Michele Chiarlo was founded in 1956 by the sole and present owners, Michele and Giuseppina Chiarlo. Son of over seven generations of esteemed wine growers, Mr. Chiarlo is today one of the most respected producers of the fine wines of Piedmont and a leading figure in its viticultural industry.

The vineyards lie on the steep, southwest facing Langhe hillsides. Grapes are harvested an average of 10 to 15 days later than normal, resulting in extremely rich musts high in sugar and lower in acidity. Temperature controlled fermentation is followed by malolactic fermentation and aging in French Allier and Slavonian oak followed by additional aging in bottle.