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Description of the Domaine Vite Colte
Domaine Vite Colte, anchored in the winemaking tradition of Piedmont in Italy, specializes in the production of Barolo and other prestigious wines. The estate advocates an environmentally friendly approach and careful winemaking to capture the essence of the local terroir, favoring the authentic expression of the grape varieties grown.
Description of the Cuvée Barolo Paesi Tuoi
The Cuvée Barolo Paesi Tuoi from Vite Colte is a tribute to the famous Nebbiolo grape variety, grown in the optimal conditions offered by the Barolo region. This wine is made from grapes carefully selected for their maturity and aromatic intensity. Aged in oak barrels, Barolo Paesi Tuoi combines richness and complexity, offering a sensory experience that reflects the unique character of its origins.
Aromas of the Cuvée
This cuvée is characterized by a deep bouquet of red fruits, notably notes of cherry and plum, accompanied by floral and spicy nuances such as rose and anise. The aromas are enriched by touches of earth, tobacco and leather, products of its aging in barrels, which add depth and complexity to the wine.
Characteristics of the Cuvée
- Grape variety: Nebbiolo
- Profile: Barolo Paesi Tuoi stands out for its solid tannin structure and refreshing acidity, which promise excellent evolution and maturity over time. The wine is rich and persistent on the palate, offering a long and elegant finish.
- Aging Potential: Designed for aging, this Barolo will develop increased complexity and rounder aromas over the years, improving with time spent in the cellar.
Pairings with this Cuvée
Barolo Paesi Tuoi is particularly suitable for rich meat dishes such as roasts, game and truffle preparations. It also pairs well with strong cheeses, where its intensity and complexity can really come through in full.
The little history of the country
Italy
Ah Italy, what a beautiful hedonistic country, people of the Dolce Vita, but what difficulty in understanding its wine organization! The key to understanding the naming system in Italy is to think of it as several small countries rather than a single homogeneous country because each region has its own naming system. Italy can, however, give wine lovers a multitude of wines with varied and unique flavors and styles, as well as bottles filled with surprise and creativity. Unfortunately, it also produces a large quantity of soulless and characterless wines which are sold under their most useful and commercially reputable name: Pinot Grigio, Chianti, Valpolicella, Lambrusco, Prosecco and many others... But let's talk a little history, viticulture in Italy dates back to ancient times and it originated in Greece. The Etruscans would have planted vines and Greek immigrants would have improved and modified the grape varieties who subsequently called this country "Oenotria": the country of wine. At the height of the Roman Empire, wine held an important place in daily life and certain regions already stood out for the excellence of their product. The Romans also established numerous vineyards in Europe, leaving an indelible testimony to their invasion. Today Italy is the largest wine producer in the world, ahead of France. Italy is divided into three climatic areas. The northern mountains experience a fairly harsh mountain climate. The “middle of the boot” plain is the domain of the continental climate with cold winters and hot, stormy summers. In the "southern part of the Italian boot" the Mediterranean climate reigns with very hot and very dry summers without forgetting the islands of Sicily and Sardinia. In summary, Italy produces wines of great variety thanks to its 200 different grape varieties, many of which originate from their lands. It is a country just as complex as its wines which deserve to be explored!