What kind of wine is Barolo DOCG 'Lo Zoccolaio' 2020 Magnum - Lo Zoccolaio (wooden box)

Barolo DOCG 'Lo Zoccolaio' 2020 Magnum - Lo Zoccolaio is a red wine of great elegance and intensity, produced in the heart of the Langhe, a territory of excellence for the Nebbiolo grape variety. This label interprets the power and finesse of classic Barolo with balance and personality, while offering an authentic and satisfying tasting experience, ideal for those discovering the world of great Piedmontese reds. Presented in the prestigious 1.5-liter Magnum format, enclosed in a refined wooden box, this wine is perfect both as an important gift and for aging in the cellar for years to come.

Vintage Details

The 2020 vintage was characterized by balanced climatic conditions: mild winters, dry springs, and a warm summer with good temperature excursions. These conditions favored optimal ripening of the Nebbiolo grapes, ensuring wines of great structure and aromatic persistence. The vintage expresses a harmonious profile, with already elegant tannins and a full and complex fruity imprint.

Vinification and aging

After a few weeks of maceration (the contact of the skins with the must to extract color and tannins), the wine is fermented in steel at controlled temperatures. The subsequent aging phase takes place in French oak barrels, where the Barolo slowly matures and acquires depth, balance, and complexity. Bottling in Magnum format also allows for a slower and more harmonious evolution, making this wine ideal for long aging.

Tasting Notes

Color

Barolo DOCG 'Lo Zoccolaio' 2020 Magnum presents an intense garnet red, typical of high-quality Nebbiolo, with reflections that tend towards brilliant ruby in its early years.

Nose

On the nose, it is broad and deep: notes of ripe red fruits emerge, particularly cherry and plum, followed by nuances of violet, sweet spices, and an elegant balsamic and toasted touch, due to aging in wood.

Palate

On the palate, it is structured and complex, with dense but already balanced tannins. The typical freshness of Nebbiolo supports the sip and leaves room for a long persistence, with hints of fruit and spices. It is a wine that grows in the glass, revealing new details with each taste.

What dishes to pair with Barolo DOCG 'Lo Zoccolaio' 2020 Magnum - Lo Zoccolaio (wooden box)

This Barolo is perfect for accompanying the great dishes of Piedmontese cuisine and beyond. Its structure and complexity pair magnificently with:

• red meats, grilled or stewed
• traditional braised meats and stews
• aged hard cheeses
• truffle dishes, which enhance its aromatic depth

It is also a meditation wine, to be enjoyed slowly, perhaps paired with a platter of quality cheeses and cured meats.

Storage and aging (how to store Barolo DOCG 'Lo Zoccolaio' 2020 Magnum - Lo Zoccolaio (wooden box))

To best preserve Barolo DOCG 'Lo Zoccolaio' 2020 Magnum - Lo Zoccolaio, it is important to keep it in a cool, dark place with controlled humidity. The ideal temperature is around 12-15°C, avoiding temperature fluctuations and vibrations. The bottle, being a Magnum format, offers a slower and more refined evolution over time, perfect for those who want to observe how the wine transforms over the years. Stored horizontally, it can be left to mature in the cellar for over 15 years, offering ever new surprises to those who know how to await its evolution.