Coppo - Barolo 2020
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Item# 83384-20
Wine Enthusiast
90pt
Vinous Media
93pt
Description
Because of its historical significance, Coppo is among the few wineries allowed to vinify Nebbiolo to become Barolo outside of the wine’s strict production area. The vineyards are located in the South of Asti with Southern exposure. The soil is composed of calcareous clay marl with prevalence of silt, between the altitude of 650-820 ft.
Tasting notes
Scorched earth, baking spice and red berry aromas emerge from the glass. The savory palate offers red cherry, clove and tobacco alongside dusty tannins. Pair with baked beef shank, braised veal cut, baked lamb with potatoes.
Vinification
Harvest begins with a strict selection in vineyards of the healthiest, ripest grapes that were hand collected in 40lb picking baskets. The maceration with the grape skins is short with soft pumping over the skin cap. Full malolactic fermentation takes place and aged 36 months in large oak casks.
Estate
The historical underground wine cellars of Coppo are a UNESCO World Heritage site. They are part of the network of underground cathedrals, a temple of wine dedicated to its history and the hard work of their history. Built beginning in the late 18th century, initially intended as small cellars to conserve wine, they were expanded from 1800-1900 to what they are today. The historical wine cellars of Coppo extend under the hill of Canelli for a total of 5 thousand square meters (16,400 ft) and a depth that reaches 40 meters (130 ft).
