Barolo Meriame | Sukula

Barolo Meriame | Sukula

Sale price€83,00
Red
Piedmont (IT)
Barolo DOCG
Nebbiolo 100%
Enjoy it within 10 years
14,5% ABV
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Production and refinement

The grapes come from the Meriame cru, in the Serralunga d’Alba area, at an altitude of between 330 and 360 metres above sea level, with a south-western exposure. The soil is predominantly clay and sandy. The vines are trained using the Guyot system. The grapes are hand-harvested.

After harvest, the grapes undergo 21 days of maceration in stainless steel. The wine then continues ageing in barriques and tonneaux. The total ageing period is approximately four years from harvest. No fining or filtration is carried out.

Organoleptic analysis

Visual exam

A beautiful garnet red.

Olfactory examination

On the nose, it is complex and intense, with aromas of ripe cherry, plum and dark red fruits, accompanied by violet, delicate spices, tobacco and subtle mineral notes.

Tasting

On the palate, it is powerful and structured, with well-integrated tannins and good acidity supporting the palate. Notes of chocolate, leather and oak emerge, with a deep, layered palate and a long, velvety finish.

Contents index

From the vineyard to the table: discover our wine

Ready for a journey to discover Barolo Meriame | Sukula ? We will now take you to delve deeper into every aspect of this exceptional wine through three key sections:

Cellar

Come and learn about the history and values ​​of the winery which passionately grows and transforms grapes into wine

Territory

Immerse yourself in the land that gives life to these unique grapes, discovering the climate and terroir that influence its character

Pairings

Get expert advice on the perfect pairings that will enhance both the wine and your meal

The winery

Country: Italy

Region: Piedmont, Cuneo

Hectares of vineyards: 1

Sukula

Sukula is a small winery in Serralunga d’Alba founded out of the passion of Rikka Sukula and her husband Jyrki. Rikka, a Finnish native already active in the wine selection and import business through her own company, chose in 2005 to move to the heart of the Langhe with her husband, a Finnish chef, to devote themselves to producing high-quality wine.

Sukula

The estate comprises just 1.5 hectares of vineyards and produces mainly two wines: a Barolo from the Meriame cru and a Barbera d’Alba. The winemaking philosophy is focused on highlighting Nebbiolo and the Serralunga area through small-scale production and meticulous work both in the vineyard and in the cellar.

Region and territory

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Great wines that express the perfection of a terroir

Piedmont

Great wines that express the perfection of a terroir

Piedmont

Great wines that express the perfection of a terroir

Piedmont

In Piedmont, the first traces of viticulture date back to pre-Roman times (precisely to the Bronze Age, around 1500 B.C.), and although today the peak of quality is found in the region's great red wines, Piedmont also produces excellent white wines and sparkling wines.

The role of Piedmont has been fundamental for the development of modern Italian winemaking. It is here that the first examples of zoning of wine-growing areas were recorded, introducing concepts such as terroir and cru to Italian wines. Thanks to zoning, if a wine is produced exclusively from grapes coming from a single vineyard or parcel, the geographical indication appears on the label, increasing its prestige.

In addition to the geographical delineations indicated on the map, Piedmont is divided into 8 zones that group the 16 DOCG and 42 regional DOCs. Among these, we remember in the north the famous Gattinara DOCG and Ghemme DOCG, near Turin the Erbaluce di Caluso DOCG, in Monferrato the Barbera del Monferrato Superiore DOCG, Brachetto d’Acqui DOCG, Dogliani DOCG, Ovada DOCG, Gavi DOCG, and Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato DOCG, ending with Roero DOCG to the left of the Tanaro river and, in the Langhe region, with the famous Barolo DOCG, Barbaresco DOCG, and Dogliani DOCG.

In Piedmont, the revolution in the world of wine began, bringing Italy back to the forefront of high-quality production. Here, with few exceptions, single-varietal wines are produced, which best express the characteristics of the terroir and magnificently exalt the Piedmontese territory.

Langhe

Langhe, a unique territory for Italian wine production. The presence of valleys and hills at different altitudes, along with different exposures and winds, creates an incredible variety of microclimates. These conditions allow the grapes to express themselves in various ways. The Dogliani area has the coolest climate, being close to the Alps and characterized by narrow and high hill ridges facing the cold plains of Cuneo. The Barolo area has intermediate temperatures, being located in a particular area protected from winds but influenced both by Alpine currents and by warm and humid air rising from the Tanaro valley.

The three hill ridges that make up the area determine a diversity of landscapes and, consequently, microclimates. The Barbaresco area is more homogeneous, with milder temperatures and less abundant rainfall. The landscape characterized by narrow valleys generates greater windiness compared to the two previous areas.

The soils vary: calcareous-marly, clayey, sandy, and gravelly. The main grape varieties cultivated are Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto, Arneis, Freisa, and Favorita, and then there are international varieties such as Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Sauvignon Blanc.
The Langhe, renowned Italian wine territory, boast a variety of unique microclimates and landscapes, from Dogliani to Barolo and Barbaresco, which influence the production of complex and distinctive wines thanks to the different soils and exposures.

Recommended pairings and dishes

Matching by concordance

The structure, aromatic complexity and softness achieved through ageing of this great Barolo call for dishes of equal intensity and structure. Its notes of ripe fruit, spices, tobacco, leather and oak pair beautifully with game, braised dishes, mushrooms and aged cheeses.

Matching by contrast

The freshness and bright acidity of the Nebbiolo contrast with the succulence and richness of the meats, while its high tannin content finds balance in rich, protein-based dishes.

It pairs well with

Truffle risotto, lamb fillet with rosemary potatoes, beef stewed in red wine, braised dishes, roasts, game, game ragù, mushrooms, eggplant, aged cheeses.

Matching by concordance

The structure, aromatic complexity and softness achieved through ageing of this great Barolo call for dishes of equal intensity and structure. Its notes of ripe fruit, spices, tobacco, leather and oak pair beautifully with game, braised dishes, mushrooms and aged cheeses.

Matching by contrast

The freshness and bright acidity of the Nebbiolo contrast with the succulence and richness of the meats, while its high tannin content finds balance in rich, protein-based dishes.

It pairs well with

Truffle risotto, lamb fillet with rosemary potatoes, beef stewed in red wine, braised dishes, roasts, game, game ragù, mushrooms, eggplant, aged cheeses.

Tagliatelle with Truffle

A very elegant first course, with a rich and aromatic profile. The egg pasta provides fullness of flavor, while the truffle adds an unmistakable aromatic profile.

Braised Beef

Braised beef is a cornerstone of Piedmontese cuisine, savory and succulent with complex aromas. For an elegant touch, cook it in the same wine you will be serving.

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