Langhe Bianco “Il Fiore” IGT

Braida di Bologna

Pronunciation
il- FYOR-eh
Year
2008
Type
White
Winery
Braida di Bologna
Region
Piemonte, Italy
Oenologist
Giuseppe Bologna

Overview

The wines of Giacomo Bologna are among the most famous of wines from Piemonte. In the 1960’s and early 70’s Giacomo was the first wine maker to realize the true potential of the Barbera grape. His vineyard philosophy was to reduce the yields of grapes in their vineyards. This was done at a time when yields were normally high as an industry standard. This move by him was considered revolutionary. A refreshing light wine that is easy to drink and meant to be drunk in its youth! Soil structure and climatic conditions are creating a wine with a pronounced minerality and an elegant acidity thus lifting the wine. A blend of Chardonnay and Nascetta, an indigenous Piedmontese variety.

Wine Notes

Grape Variety
Chardonnay70% and 30% Nascetta
Vinification
Soft pressing is done directly, placing the whole grape into the press. The must is clarified, decanted and sent to the fermentation vats.
Aging
Fining continues in steel for around 4 months before bottling.
Alcohol
12%
| Appearance
Straw yellow
| Aroma
HIghly aromatic bouquet with ripe fruit aromas with white pepper hints
| Taste
Grassy citric flavours, floral notes, sweet spices, juicy structure and fresh finish.
| Serving Suggestions
Meatless starters, delicate first courses, fish based recipes, simple pastas

Langhe Bianco “Il Fiore” IGT

Suggested Retail:
$26.00
CSPC#:
702968
Available Sizes:
750ml
Bottles Per Case:
6