F.lli Seghesio

Barolo DOCG - La Villa - Seghesio 2021

Name: Barolo DOCG - La Villa - Seghesio
Brand: F.lli Seghesio
SKU: VAL-SBV04
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Format: 75 cl

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Producer	F.lli Seghesio
Name	Barolo DOCG
Variety	Nebbiolo
Vintage	2021
Gradation	15.0%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Rose, cherry, spices, licorice
Vinification method	Steel fermentation, long maceration
Region	Piedmont
Production area	Langhe
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	Minimum 3 years
Type of cask	Large and small oak barrels
Color	Garnet red
Serving temperature	18-20°C
Recommended consumption	To be drunk after 5-10 years
Pairing	Red meats, game, aged cheeses

Description

Barolo DOCG "La Villa" by Seghesio proudly represents the essence of the Piedmontese winemaking tradition, a region renowned for its wines of extraordinary structure and longevity. Featuring Nebbiolo grapes, meticulously selected from vineyards in the prestigious Barolo area, "La Villa" is the result of scrupulous care and attention both in the vineyard and the cellar.

Aged for 24-36 months in oak barrels and further refined in the bottle, this wine stands out for its intense garnet red color with light orange highlights that develop with aging. On the nose, Barolo "La Villa" offers a complex and enveloping bouquet, with notes of ripe fruit, particularly cherry and plum, followed by hints of tobacco, chocolate, and a delicate spicy vein.

On the palate, it is rigorously structured, equipped with robust yet finely woven tannins that promise excellent aging potential. The olfactory sensations are mirrored in the mouth, accompanied by a pleasant aromatic persistence that culminates in a long and harmonious finish.

Ideal for pairing with rich and flavorful dishes such as braised meats, stews, and game, Barolo "La Villa" also pairs beautifully with aged cheeses. It is advisable to decant it for a few hours before serving to enhance all its organoleptic qualities. The optimal serving temperature is about 18°C.

This wine not only reflects the rich winemaking tradition of Seghesio, but with its elegant profile and complexity, it promises to captivate both novices and connoisseurs of the wine world.

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How to serve

Glass:

Balloon chalice

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Serve to:

16-18°C

When to drink it:

This wine is good immediately but you can age it for 5-7 years

Production area

Piedmont

The winery

F.lli Seghesio – Winery in Piemonte

Discover the story and wines of F.lli Seghesio.

Family-owned winery in the Langhe, based in Monforte d'Alba (the Castelletto hamlet), noted for its expressions of Nebbiolo (Barolo Castelletto, La Villa), as well as Barbera and Dolcetto.

Region: Piemonte

Country: Italia

Founded: 1988

Grapes: Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Incrocio Manzoni

Based in Monforte d'Alba, in the Castelletto hamlet. Production focused on Nebbiolo/Barolo, Barbera and Dolcetto. Family-run estate: Riccardo and his grandchildren are involved in the operations. Approximately 10 hectares of vineyards with an indicative production of around 60,000 bottles per year. Wines reviewed by international publications and listed in specialist guides and retailers.

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Winery history

The Seghesio-branded bottle first appeared in the late 1980s: brothers Aldo and Riccardo began bottling under the Fratelli Seghesio label, and the winery is now run by Riccardo together with his nieces and nephews Michela, Sandro and Marco. The business retains a family character and remains focused on the local appellations of the Langhe.

Production philosophy

The estate aims to produce wines that reflect the terroir and the characteristics of the grapes, balancing tradition with modern cellar practices to showcase the local character.

Terroir and vineyards

Production is concentrated in the Castelletto cru in Monforte d'Alba. The soils include calcareous formations and marls; some vineyards are located at around 350 m elevation with favourable exposures that contribute to the aromatic balance of the Nebbiolo destined for Barolo.

Awards and recognitions

Some of the estate's wines have been reviewed and rated by international magazines and guides: for example, Decanter awarded 91 points to the Vigneto La Villa bottling in a tasting. Other scores and mentions appear on retailers and specialized guides.