Marco Bonfante Barolo 2019

"Marco Bonfante Barolo 2019

About the producer:
Marco Bonfante Winery, established in 2000 by Marco and Micaela Bonfante, is a family-owned estate located in Nizza Monferrato, Piedmont, Italy. With a winemaking heritage spanning eight generations, the winery focuses on crafting elegant wines that authentically represent the region's terroir, emphasizing indigenous grape varieties.

About the region:
Barolo is a prestigious wine region within Piedmont, situated in northwestern Italy. Known as the ""King of Wines,"" Barolo is produced exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes. The region's unique combination of calcareous-clay soils and favorable climate conditions contributes to the production of wines with remarkable depth, complexity, and aging potential.

About the grape variety:
This Barolo is made from 100% Nebbiolo, a grape variety celebrated for its high acidity, firm tannins, and complex aromatic profile. Nebbiolo thrives in the Langhe region's calcareous-clay soils, producing wines renowned for their longevity and depth.

Style and tasting notes:
The Barolo 2019 presents a clear garnet-red color with orange reflections. On the nose, it offers a complex bouquet featuring aromas of violets, cherries, spices, coffee, and subtle roasted notes. The palate is well-structured and elegant, with soft, mature tannins and a harmonious balance of flavors, including cherry jam, dried fruits, spices, and hints of toast. The wine culminates in a long, persistent finish.

Trivia:

    Barolo wines are often described as ""spigoloso"" (sharp or edgy) in their youth and benefit significantly from aging, which allows them to develop greater harmony and complexity.

    The 2019 vintage underwent meticulous vinification, followed by aging in large French oak barrels, enhancing its structure and aging potential.

    This Barolo has the potential to age gracefully for several years, developing greater complexity and depth over time."