RIVETTO BAROLO del COMUNE di SERRALUNGA d’ALBA DOCG 2017

The Rivetto family wine business began in 1902 and is now in the hands of fourth generation Enrico Rivetto, whose winemaking philosophy is one of minimum intervention and maximum respect for the vineyard. No synthetic chemicals are used in the vineyards and the vine rows are planted with native grasses and legumes.

Situated between the villages of Serralunga and Sinio, under Enrico’s leadership, Rivetto has gone from strength to strength, producing elegant, supple and very drinkable examples of the best Piedmont has to offer.

This red wine comes from selected vineyards in the Serralunga d’Alba area. It is refined in traditional big (30 hl) Slavonia oak casks for at least 30 months. In the mouth it is pleasant with a soft tannin taste, never aggressive. Suitable for long ageing but can be drunk after 3 years of ageing. It has a nice fruity bouquet that guarantees very good drinkability.

95/100 Kerin O'Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, July 2021 (2017 Vintage)
"Aromas of underbrush, blue flowers and wild berries form the nose along with a whiff of pipe tobacco. Made with organically grown grapes, the savoury, elegantly structured palate delivers raspberry compote, juicy Morello cherry, cinnamon and star anise before finishing on an earthy hint of game. Firm, refined tannins provide support. This will hit its ideal drinking window soon but will still offer great midterm aging potential. Drink 2024–2029."