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E. Pira & Figli de Chiara Boschis Barolo Via Nuovatext
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E. Pira & Figli de Chiara Boschis Barolo Via Nuova 2020

Barolo, Cuneo, Piedmont, ItalyOne of 3 Barolo released by Chiara this year, with vinification and aging are kept the same across the three to highlight the differences of the terroir. Barolo Via Nuova comes from 6 different organic cru located in three different villages: Barolo (Terlo – Liste); Monforte d’Alba (Ravera di Monforte – Mosconi); and Serralunga d’Alba (Gabutti e Baudana). All told, these 2.5 hectares sit at 340m, and face southeast. After a native ferment in stainless, with frequent pumping over and punch downs, all of the Baroli were aged in lightly toasted 30% new French oak for 24 months, and one year further in the bottle prior to release. Fragrant black cherry, wild plum, dark raspberry streak along the structured, stony palate, vibrant with lofty acidity, and centered by firm, long tannins. All is scented with crushed florals, balsam, and black tea, which lingers on the saline finish. Super smart now, and I can't wait to retry in 10 years.Tasted: 02 April 2025Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:
ON$137.00750mlconsignment
Producer: E. Pira & FigliDistributors: Le Sommelier Inc.
Trialto Wine Group
Grape: Nebbiolo