Barolo DOCG 'Sernie' Magnum

Barolo DOCG 'Sernie' 2018 is a 100% Nebbiolo from Cascina Boschetti Gomba, grown on top of the Boschetti hill above the village of Barolo in Piedmont, here in a 1.5 litre magnum. Sernìe means chosen in Piedmontese, for grapes picked from the best of each harvest. It ages in fine-grain oak and is released 38 months after harvest. Expect rose, liquorice and spice, and an elegant, full, austere palate. Serve in large glasses with game or truffle dishes. Delivered across Ontario.

The producer

Cascina Boschetti Gomba is based in Barolo and marked its 40th anniversary in 2017. The Boschetti hillside, an official additional geographic mention, covers almost 24 hectares, 66% under vine, with soils and exposures that vary across the slope.

The vineyards

100% Nebbiolo from the top of the Boschetti hill at 320 m, facing south and south-west, on grey-white marl rich in carbonates and fine marine sand. The vines are over 10 years old, Guyot-pruned at 4,400 per hectare, and harvested by hand with bunch selection.

How it's made

After gentle destemming and crushing, the grapes macerate on the skins for almost 15 days, with temperature-controlled fermentation. The wine matures in fine-grain oak casks, then stainless steel, and refines in bottle until release 38 months after harvest.

How it tastes

Ruby red with garnet glints. The nose is lasting and penetrating, with rose, liquorice and spice. The palate is elegant, full-bodied and austere, finishing mineral and spicy.

How to serve it

Serve it with game, roast and braised meats, truffle dishes or mature hard cheeses. Pour at 18°C into large balloon glasses and swirl to give it air.