Nebbiolo

Question 1

Typical Descriptors and Structure for Barolo

Visual:?

Answer 1

• Visual: Ruby/Garnet Color, Significant Garnet/Orange Rim Variation, Moderate Concentration

Question 2

Typical Descriptors and Structure for Barolo

Aromas/Flavors:?

Answer 2

• Aromas/Flavors: High Intensity

Question 3

Typical Descriptors and Structure for Barolo

Fruit:?

Answer 3

o Fruit: Tart Red Fruit (Sour Cherry, Red Plum), Blackberry, Mulberry, Dried Plum/Prune and Dried Cherry

Question 4

Typical Descriptors and Structure for Barolo

Significant Volatile Acidity, Oxidation?

Answer 4

Yes

Question 5

Typical Descriptors and Structure for Barolo

Floral:?

Answer 5

o Floral: Heady Floral Character, Roses, Violets

Question 6

Typical Descriptors and Structure for Barolo

Herbal:?

Answer 6

o Herbal: Tea Leaf, Tobacco, Bitter Root, Tree Bark

Question 7

Typical Descriptors and Structure for Barolo

Spice:?

Answer 7

o Spice: Licorice, Anise, Resin, Slight Clove/Cinnamon Spice

Question 8

Typical Descriptors and Structure for Barolo

Other:?

Answer 8

o Other: Tar, Leather

Question 9

Typical Descriptors and Structure for Barolo

Earth:?

Answer 9

o Earth: High Minerality, Truffle, Mushroom, Dust, Organic Earth

Question 10

Typical Descriptors and Structure for Barolo

Oak:?

Answer 10

o Oak: Neutral Large Casks (Slavonian Oak and Chestnut Botti are considered traditional casks for Barolo)

Question 11

Typical Descriptors and Structure for Barolo

Structure:?

Answer 11

• Structure: Dry, Medium to Full Body, High Tannin, Elevated to High Acidity, Elevated to High Alcohol