Fortemasso

Castelletto Barolo DOCG 2019 - Fortemasso 2019

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Format: 75 cl

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Technical information

Producer	Fortemasso
Name	Barolo DOCG
Variety	Nebbiolo
Vintage	2019
Gradation	14.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Rose, cherry, spices, licorice
Vinification method	Steel fermentation, long maceration
Region	Piedmont
Production area	Langhe
Country	Italy
Type	Still red wine
Aging	Minimum 36 months, of which 18 in wood
Type of cask	Large 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

Descrizione

Il Castelletto Barolo DOCG 2019, produced by the renowned Fortemasso winery, is a red wine that embodies the essence of the prestigious Barolo terroir. Made from Nebbiolo grapes, this wine offers a true touch of class for enthusiasts, thanks to its complex and rich sensory characteristics.

Fortemasso's Barolo shines in the glass with a deep garnet red color, promising an intense olfactory experience. On the nose, notes of ripe red fruits stand out, along with hints of violet, tobacco, and spices. With aging, accents of leather and earth also emerge, blending harmoniously.

On the palate, the wine is robust, with well-structured yet elegant tannins, evolving towards a persistent and pleasantly bitter finish. Its complexity is balanced by a vibrant freshness, making it suitable for aging beautifully.

Ideal for accompanying Piedmontese cuisine such as braised meats and truffles, this Barolo DOCG 2019 is best served at a temperature of 18°C. It is advisable to decant it for a few hours before serving, to allow the wine to express its full potential. A prestigious addition to any personal cellar.

The winery

Fortemasso – Winery in Piemonte

Discover the story and wines of Fortemasso.

A winery located in Castelletto, Monforte d'Alba (Langhe, Piedmont) producing mainly red wines, including Barolo Castelletto, Barolo Riserva, Langhe Nebbiolo, Barbera d'Alba and Dolcetto d'Alba.

Region: Piemonte

Country: Italia

Founded: 2013

Grapes: Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto

Located in Castelletto, Monforte d'Alba. Main wines: Barolo Castelletto, Barolo Castelletto Riserva, Langhe Nebbiolo, Barbera d’Alba Superiore, Dolcetto d’Alba. An underground cellar designed to minimize landscape impact and to control the winemaking and aging processes.

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Winery history

In 2013 the Gussalli Beretta family acquired the Fortemasso estate in Castelletto, Monforte d’Alba, launching a project to enhance high-quality vineyards for the production of wines from the great appellations of the Langhe. The estate was renovated to blend traditional features with contemporary interiors, while the cellar was arranged in underground spaces to preserve the surrounding landscape and optimize the winemaking and aging processes.

Production philosophy

Strong focus on vineyard work and limited intervention in the cellar: the winemaking philosophy aims to preserve varietal and terroir characteristics, adopting a "light touch" during winemaking and making use of a cellar designed for sustainability and to control aging conditions.

Terroir and vineyards

The vineyards are located in the municipality of Monforte d'Alba, in the heart of the Langhe. The Castelletto parcels lie on steep slopes with predominantly sandy and calcareous soils and have varying aspects; some areas are between 360 and 450 m a.s.l, others between 300 and 350 m a.s.l. The combination of soil and microclimate produces the mineral, elegant wines typical of the area.

Awards and recognitions

Fortemasso has received national and international recognition: among these are awards and mentions in guides and competitions such as Decanter, Mundus Vini and awards/recognition from Italian guides such as Gambero Rosso.