Fortemasso

Castelletto Barolo Riserva DOCG 2016 - Fortemasso 2016

Name: Castelletto Barolo Riserva DOCG 2016 - Fortemasso
Brand: Fortemasso
SKU: bottle-01726
Price: 110.39 EUR
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Format: 75 cl

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Technical information

Producer	Fortemasso
Name	Barolo Riserva DOCG
Variety	Nebbiolo
Vintage	2016
Gradation	14.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Rose, cherry, spices, licorice, tobacco
Vinification method	Steel fermentation, long maceration
Region	Piedmont
Production area	Langhe
Country	Italy
Type	Still red wine
Aging	Minimum 5 years, of which 3 in wood
Type of cask	Large oak casks and barriques
Color	Intense garnet red
Serving temperature	18-20°C
Pairing	Red meats, game, aged cheeses

Descrizione

The Castelletto Barolo Riserva DOCG 2016 from the Fortemasso winery presents itself as a true gem of Piedmontese viticulture. With an intense garnet red color and orange reflections, this Barolo Riserva showcases a complex bouquet of aromas, intertwining notes of tobacco, leather, damp earth, and subtle nuances of truffle. Over time, hints of ripe red fruits such as cherry and plum also emerge, enriched by light traces of vanilla and sweet spices, a result of aging in French oak barriques.

On the palate, it is robust and well-structured, with velvety yet powerful tannins that promise excellent longevity. The well-balanced acidity and long persistent finish make this Barolo Riserva a wine of great elegance and complexity.

Ideal for accompanying elaborate red meat dishes, game, and aged cheeses, the Castelletto Barolo Riserva 2016 is a wine that will significantly improve with further years of cellaring. A wine that represents a true expression of terroir, tradition, and the winemaking art of Piemonte.

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.