MICHELE CHIARLO La Court Nizza Riserva DOCG 2017 REGION: Italy / Piedmont / Barbera d'Asti GRAPES: 100% Barbera The 55-acre Tenuta Aluffi is one of the most prestigious estates in the southern part of Asti, near the town of Nizza Monferrato, a choice area for exceptional-quality Barbera. Within Aluffi is the La Court estate, with excellent soils of magnesium-rich calcareous marl and a beneficial south-southwest exposure. This jewel of vineyard land receives the fastidious attention of the Chiarlo family so that its old vines produce extraordinary grapes. Following fermentation in large oak casks, the wine is aged in oak for a minimum of 12 months. HARVEST NOTE The 2017 vintage was characterized by a long summer with very little rain. Therefore, agronomic practices were adapted in the vineyards that allowed us to preserve humidity in the soil and freshness of the grapes. Exceptional work was done to oxygenate the roots: the leaves in front of the bunches are not removed to prevent risk of burns and delaying of the clusters thinning operations took place in late summer. TASTING NOTE This is a vintage of rare opulence and depth without losing the typical elegance, harmony and charm of La Court with a long potential longevity (more of 10/12 years). TECHNICAL DATA APPELLATION: Castelnuovo Calcea DOCG PH: 3.55 ACIDITY: 5.75 g/l ABV: 14.3% POINTS OF DISTINCTION A classic single vineyard Barbera from choice terroir. Old vineyards with very low production This wine is really one of a few top Barbera in term of complexity,potential aging and finesse Top rated of italian and international guidesand reviw “My aim has always been but one: quality.” – MICHELE CHIARLO, WINEMAKER.