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Borgo Maragliano’s awards update
Borgo Maragliano‘s awards update: Falstaff rated Borgo Maragliano’s Blanc de Blancs Alta Langa 2020 with 93 Points.
ALTA LANGA: The appellation requires a minimum of 30 months on the fine yeast in the bottle to qualify as DOCG.
The first italian Classic Method was born in 1865 in Piedmont – Canelli – a village nearby Loazzolo.
Loazzolo is one of the selected Villages of the Upper Langa.
Starting in the early 1980s, the Galliano Family began experimenting with Chardonnay and Pinot Nero to produce Classic/Champagne Method Sparkling Wines.
PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY
100% Chardonnay grapes.
Bottled in the April of the year after harvest and, after dosage and the immediate addition of yeast from the batch, it undergoes second fermentation. At the end of this process, which creates the characteristic foam, the wine continues to mature on lees for about 32 months. During this period the wine loses its herbaceous characteristics and acquires everything it takes to become a very delicate and refined sparkling wine. Then “riddling” and “disgorging” operations prepare it for consumption, which takes place from about three years after harvesting.
TASTING NOTES
A sparkle characterised by very fine chains of bubbles in a pale straw-coloured wine with greenish highlights. The structured bouquet features sensations of fruit, lime, aromatic herbs and honey, with acacia blossom, which bring out the true nature of the Chardonnay grape. The delicious entry makes its very seductive and harmonious as it lingers on the palate. The remarkable flavour of this Blanc de Blancs expresses the true characteristics of a great grape grown in a very hostile terroir.
GASTRONOMIC PAIRINGS
Perfect on its own or as an aperitif accompanied by shellfish, raw fish or fresh cheese.
DETERMINATION AND VISIONARY SPIRIT
Five generations of farmers who have learned to watch the sky and cope with the unpredictability of the climate and natural events.
The first written records of the family date back to an entry in the church registers in 1790, recording the birth of Giovanni, progenitor of the Galliano family, an enterprising, determined and brilliant man who was very proud of his home.
It was 1850 when he decided to purchase the first plot of land in the municipality of Loazzolo. Giovanni had travelled widely, giving him an opportunity to broaden his horizons, and his entrepreneurial mind was filled with the belief that cultivating vines was the way forward
It was the beginning of the twentieth century; a time described as very bitter in the works of Cesare Pavese, which left its mark on the history of the little village of Loazzolo and the Galliano family.
Giovanni’s grandson Carlo died, leaving his wife Teresa to bring up her two young children alone, Giuseppe and Anna Maria. Teresa, obstinate and hard-working, coped with every adversity and never once gave in to the temptation to “run away” from this unfortunate area.
Giuseppe encouraged his son Carlo to study Oenology in Alba and, spurred on by his father, he immediately set to work on the vinification of one of the Langa’s greatest grapes, Moscato.
His passion and dedication knew no ends.
The experience of the generations that had gone before him was reflected in his work, along with the desire for innovation in both the vineyard and the cellar: he challenged his land and himself, attempting something that had never been tried before in these
soils dedicated to the cultivation of Moscato and becoming the first producer of a Traditional Method Sparkling Wine using Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The unique pedoclimate proved him right.
Today, Borgo Maragliano is a cellar that is looking to the future once again, through the eyes of the new generation, represented by Carlo and Silvia’s sons: Giovanni, Francesco and Federico.
Take a look at their website and discover more about Borgo Maragliano’s world
James Suckling: awards for Icardi
Nice James Suckling reviews for Icardi‘s wines.
“Presents a complex and ethereal bouquet with aromas of violets, red fruit jam and licorice but also spices such as pepper and vanilla.”
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“Complex and elegant, with a floral aroma of violets and blueberries.”
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At the beginning then ethereal and balsamic notes of mint, eucaliptus and liquorice.”
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“PAREJ: “In this way” – this is how Barolo wine should be, an assemblage of nebbiolo grapes coming from 3 different areas”
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“Soft pressing after that a spontaneous natural fermentation with indigenous yeast”
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“Pafoj: we aren’t crazy. A new style for a classic wine.”
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2 SOULS, 1 COMPANY
Early in the Sixties Mr. Pierino began producing his own wine starting off a quality trend that remains a key feature of our company nowadays. Pierino’s son and daughter, Claudio and Mariagrazia, are now managing the company in their father’s footsteps.
The Winery is located in Castiglione Tinella, within the Province of Cuneo, between the Lower Langa and the Monferrato Regions. Rolling hills almost completely covered in vineyards are visible as far as the eye can see and make Castiglione Tinella one of the liveliest towns in Italy. The cliffs running down towards the valleys Tinella and Belbo frame the vineyards and the wood patches, creating a unique landscape.
The extension of the vineyards allows our company’s production to cover all types of wines available in the South of Piedmont. Icardi’s style is renowned around the world for its significantly fruity, refined, clean and elegant wines. The balanced flavour of both regular and “more important” wines can be appreciated immediately after production.
Discover the world of Icardi Vini ….
Luca Maroni: awards for Icardi
Nice Luca Maroni reviews for Icardi‘s wines.
“Pafoj: assemblage of Cortese and Sauvignon aged in barrique and Chardonnay aged in steel tanks. Relax, “we aren’t crazy.”
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“Tabaren (from the French “tabarin”) was a venue used for theatre plays, art and dancing. We are all better dancers after a couple of glasses of wine.”
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Moscato d’Asti La Rosa Selvatica 2023
“A graceful name for a wine with a perfume reminiscent of wild roses.“
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“Presents a complex and ethereal bouquet with aromas of violets, red fruit jam and licorice but also spices such as pepper and vanilla.”
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“A party wine: “balera” was the venue where our grandparents used to go dancing.”
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Nebbiolo Langhe Suris Ivan 2022
“Surìsjvan, or “Smile of Ivan”, is dedicated to Claudio’s son.”
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“PAREJ: “In this way” – this is how Barolo wine should be, an assemblage of nebbiolo grapes coming from 3 different areas “
Points
0
“Soft pressing after that a spontaneous natural fermentation with indigenous yeast.”
Points
0
“Complex and elegant, with a floral aroma of violets and blueberries.”
Points
0
At the beginning then ethereal and balsamic notes of mint, eucaliptus and liquorice.”
Points
0
“Pafoj: we aren’t crazy. A new style for a classic wine.”
Points
0
2 SOULS, 1 COMPANY
Early in the Sixties Mr. Pierino began producing his own wine starting off a quality trend that remains a key feature of our company nowadays. Pierino’s son and daughter, Claudio and Mariagrazia, are now managing the company in their father’s footsteps.
The Winery is located in Castiglione Tinella, within the Province of Cuneo, between the Lower Langa and the Monferrato Regions. Rolling hills almost completely covered in vineyards are visible as far as the eye can see and make Castiglione Tinella one of the liveliest towns in Italy. The cliffs running down towards the valleys Tinella and Belbo frame the vineyards and the wood patches, creating a unique landscape.
The extension of the vineyards allows our company’s production to cover all types of wines available in the South of Piedmont. Icardi’s style is renowned around the world for its significantly fruity, refined, clean and elegant wines. The balanced flavour of both regular and “more important” wines can be appreciated immediately after production.
Discover the world of Icardi Vini ….
James Suckling: new ratings for Pertinace
James Suckling: new ratings for Pertinace
Continue readingWine Enthusiast: new top rating for Pertinace
Wine Enthusiast: new top rating for Pertinace: the Barbaresco Cru Marcarini 2020 lands on Wine Enthusiast Top 100 Wines of 2023 list.
Listed at #33 and rated 94 points!!
BARBARESCO MARCARINI
2020
Traditional and elegant Barbaresco
100 % Nebbiolo
Aroma’s of cherries and red fruits
Well balanced and soft with a long aftertaste.
Try it with the most refined piemontese dishes
wine producers since 1973
A MILLENNIAL EXISTENCE AND ESSENCE
OUR HISTORY: determination and love of the land
Pertinace as a place name is a thousand years old. The winery is located in Pertinace in Treiso, Piedmont, one of the four villages in the Langhe famous for the production of Barbaresco DOCG. However, it is also known as the birthplace of Publio Elvio Pertinace, valorous soldier and Roman Emperor, who was born here in 126 A.D
OUR PHILOSOPHY: piemontese winemaking tradition
Cantina Pertinace wines are part of traditional Piedmont winemaking at its purest – from care of the vineyards, looked after personally by the contributing members, to the winemaking and ageing processes, the production of Barbaresco, Nebbiolo d’Alba, Dolcetto and Barbera d’Alba is oriented towards a classic, elegant style.
UNESCO World Heritage Vineyards: 90 Hectares in the heart of the Langhe
Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014, the vineyards of Langa, Roero and Monferrato are, to quote the words of the World Heritage List, an outstanding living testimony to winegrowing and winemaking traditions that stem from a long history. They bear witness to an extremely comprehensive social, rural and urban realm, and to sustainable economic structures
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