2020 Bartolo Mascarello Barolo, Piedmont, ItalyABOUT THIS WINE Barolo production blends grapes from four vineyards, co fermented in large concrete tanks. While the tanks lack internal temperature control, temperatures are carefully monitored and cooled if needed. Indigenous yeasts drive fermentation, with pump overs twice daily and occasional yeast additions. Maceration lasts 3050 days, adjusted annually based on vintage character. A gentle hydraulic basket press is used. The wine then ages for

Having started his career working for a well-known pioneering agent in Beaune back in the very early 1980s he then proceeded to take over his family estate

tobacco and various spices

This 2022 vintage captures the lively character and balance typical of fine Anjou Blanc

and already reveal their fruity character and aromas in their youth

fresh delight

To set the scene

The northern valley is considered today Etna’s top area for single-vineyard (contrada) red wines like the “Côtes-de-Nuits” in Burgundy or Piemonte’s “Barolo” area

There were plenty of buds and a very good pollination

Sofia Brescia is a name given to honor to previous generation of wine growers

but having greater control over the vineyards

The focus of Arnot-Roberts is to produce distinctive

Division has long been a champion of Gamay from the Willamette Valley