2005 Grappa Riserva Barolo (Antica distilleria Altavilla)

Grapes:

Nebbiolo da Barolo…from the 2005 harvest.

Pomace origin:

Langhe, Piedmont

Distillation method:

Discontinuous low-pressure steam-operated copper stills.

Distillation period:

October and November.

Aged:

In small chestnut casks for 9 years.

Colour:

Deep amber.

Bouquet:

Spicy, subtle and enveloping.

Taste:

Dry and lingering. Spicy, sweet and bitter tones prevail. A lingering aftertaste.

Bottle capacity:

cl. 70

Alcohol:

45%