Very intense ruby red color, still rather fresh bouquet with notes of red berries and balsamic notes immersed in a delicate contour of vanilla. Dry, full flavor, rich in body and structure accompanied by polyphenolic compounds that allow for long aging.
Vinification
Crushing and destemming, maceration with skins for about 15-20 days at a maximum temperature of 29-31°C. After racking, the wine is placed to age in large capacity oak barrels for about 18 months. It completes its maturation in stainless steel before bottling. Aging in bottles lying down for at least 6 months before packaging and shipping.
Grape variety: Nebbiolo sub-varieties Lampia and Michet Origin of the grapes: Sarmassa vineyard in the commune of Barolo Vineyards: Guyot pruning (6-8 buds) Exposure: South Strains/hectare: on average 5.000 Grape production per Ha: 50-55 qli grapes Year of planting: 1970/1980 Altitude: 250-260 meters
The village of Barolo is located in the heart of the Langhe, the most prestigious wine-making area in Italy’s Piedmont region. The Borgogno family lives and works right here in Barolo, managing their own “Virna” state.
VIRNA BORGOGNO First woman in Italy whit a degree in enology.
A descendant of one of the most famous Langhe families, Virna Borgogno is the first woman in Italy to complete a degree in oenology and oenological techniques. In 1988, she joined her father Lodovico in managing the cellar. The Borgogno vineyards date from 1720, while the modern estate was founded in 1950 by Enrico Borgogno. Nowadays, Virna and her sister Ivana have taken the reins of the estate wholly in hand, with Ivana looking after the administrative and marketing side of the business. In 2001, the estate was rebranded with the new “Virna” logo to reflect the major role played by women in the business.
