TITLE: Pressenda

APPELLATION: Barolo DOCG CRU

PRODUCER: Marziano Abbona

REGION: Piemonte

SHORT_DESC: Pressenda is a spectacular vineyard overlooking the Castle of Serralunga d’Alba, in Monforte d’Alba. The wine will develop in the bottle for several years, yet is already enjoyable thanks to the natural acid that refreshes the palate. Pressenda is the expression of the perfect match between the power of the terroir & the elegance provided by the cellar’s style

OVERVIEW_VARIETAL: 100% Nebbiolo

OVERVIEW_PROCESS: Aged in 500 L barrels for 9 months, then 50 hectoliter barrels for 21 months; assemblage, then rested in bottle for 15 months

OVERVIEW_SERVING_TEMP: 59 - 60 °F

OVERVIEW_ALCOHOL: 15.0 %

PROFILE_COLOR: Intense ruby red, with orange reflections

PROFILE_NOSE: Intense red fruits, spices, licorice & balsamic nuances

PROFILE_FINISH: Softness & elegance first approach the palate, followed by powerful tannic strength & a long, folding finish; flavors of rich red fruits, florals & balsamic notes

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PAIRING: Risotto, roasted & grilled meats, mature cheeses

AWARDS: 2016: 96 Points JamesSuckling, 93 Points Wine Enthusiast Magazine, 2015: 95 Points Wine Spectator, Tre Bicchieri Gambero Rosso, Due Bicchieri Gambero Rosso

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