Barolo Corini Pallaretta Le Strette 2016
Complex on the nose, with distinctive notes of sweet spices, tomato skin and balsamic vinegar. Powerful, and structured on the palate, it is big and generous in your mouth with rich yet soft tannins
The Barolo Corini Pallaretta Le Strette 2016 is a remarkable wine that captivates with its ruby red colour and garnet reflections. Upon nosing, it reveals an intricate bouquet of violet, rose, and wilted flowers, evoking a floral symphony.
On the palate, it is important and pleasant, offering a fresh and lively note combined with well-structured tannins. The wine’s limestone-rich soil imparts a notable freshness and minerality, making it an ideal companion for red meat, game, and aged cheeses
The Barolo Corini Pallaretta Le Strette 2016 is crafted with meticulous attention to detail. The grapes are harvested from vineyards located at an altitude of 400-420 meters above sea level on limestone-rich soil, which imparts a unique freshness and minerality to the wine. The Nebbiolo vines are planted at a density of 4,200-4,500 plants per hectare and trained using the espalier system with simple Guyot pruning.
In the cellar, the grapes undergo soft pressing and destemming, followed by maceration and fermentation in steel vats for 25-30 days. The wine then ages for about 12 months in small wooden barrels made from second and third-use wood, and finishes aging in larger barrels for an additional 15-20 months
A strong passion for the specificity and excellence of the different Piedmontese grapes and terroirs is the main driver behind Le Strette, a project founded by brothers Mauro e Savio Daniele. Their aim was to use both the passion for wine they inherited from their parents and their formal education as oenologists to claim their place among the best producers in Barolo.
Nebbiolo
Nebbiolo (pronounced Nay-bee-OH-lo) is a native Italian grape variety cultivated in the northern regions, particularly in Piedmont. Its name derives from the Italian word “Nebbia,” which means “fog.”
This grape type creates exceptional wines, characterized by great finesse and extraordinary aging capacity. Nebbiolo wines are known for their high tannins, high acidity, and aromas of red cherries, tar, and rose petals.
They appear pale like Pinot Noir, but their flavour profile is anything but light. Expect striking flavours of cherry, coffee, anise, and primordial earth. These wines pair well with rustic Italian fare, savory Chinese dishes, and spice-driven Asian cuisine
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The Country
Italian wine, with its rich diversity and quality, is a reflection of the country’s deep-rooted wine culture and the varied terroirs that span from the Alpine slopes in the north to the sun-drenched islands in the south. Italy is renowned for being the world’s largest wine producer, offering an array of wines that are as diverse as its cuisine. From the robust and age-worthy Barolo and Barbaresco wines of Piedmont to the light and zesty Pinot Grigio of the Veneto region, Italian wines are made to complement a wide range of foods and occasions. The country’s winemaking history dates back thousands of years, influenced by ancient civilizations such as the Etruscans and Romans, and continues to evolve today. Each region boasts its own indigenous grape varieties, with over 350 officially recognized by the Italian government, contributing to the unique character and flavor profiles of Italian wines. Whether it’s a Chianti Classico enjoyed with pasta in a Tuscan villa or a crisp Prosecco toasting a special moment, Italian wines encapsulate the essence of la dolce vita—the sweet life
The Region
Piedmont, or “Piemonte” in Italian, is a renowned wine-growing region in northwestern Italy with such as Barolo which is often called the ‘King of Wines’, Barbaresco similar to Barolo but slightly more approachable, Barbera d’Asti perfect for everyday enjoyment and Moscato d’Asti sweet, aromatic, and low in alcohol
The Producer
A strong passion for the specificity and excellence of the different Piedmontese grapes and terroirs is the main driver behind Le Strette, a project founded by brothers Mauro e Savio Daniele. Their aim was to use both the passion for wine they inherited from their parents and their formal education as oenologists to claim their place among the best producers in Barolo.
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