Some grown in California, Argentina, Uruguay and Australia. Viticulture In Piedmont, usually grown on south facing hillsides. Vinification Not always easy to vinify. Normally produced under temperature controlled fermentation in stainless steel vessels. Generally, requires a long ageing period in wood in order to soften.
Trends are towards shorter periods in maceration and more bottle ageing.
Style Good acidity, high in tannin. Its thick skins produce wines that can mature for decades. Notes Makes two of Italy's finest red wines - Barolo and Barbaresco. Please contact our Web-master . View the Terms of Use .