Wine Tasting Box: Chionetti's Philosophy
Since its inception in 1912, the Chionetti company has become a point of reference in the Italian wine scene thanks to the passion and work of Quinto Chionetti, a man who linked his work and his name to a grape variety: Dolcetto . Today the ownership of the winery is in the hands of his nephew Nicola, fifth generation of the family, who has converted the entire production to organic, in line with the traditional values of the family: classic procedures, thinning out in the vineyard, use of indigenous yeasts. Always consistent with the style set many years ago, the natural wines that come out of this cellar come from an agricultural regime that has categorically banned chemical interventions. Chionetti's wine testifies to an attachment to the uncommon territory and tradition and, although it represents a recognized institution of the territory, it does not lose the ability to surprise and excite.
Tasting box Chionetti's Philosophy, what it contains
Dolcetto di Dogliani "Briccolero" 2018:
Dolcetto Dogliani Briccolero 2018 is a wine that perfectly identifies the identity of Dolcetto and the cru of origin with its liveliness, and smoothness supported by a beautiful structure: with an intense ruby red color with purple reflections, the nose releases the typical fruity scents cherry and red berry fruit that veer towards an elegant floral aroma of violet, in a frame of spices and tobacco deriving from partial aging in barrels. In the mouth it is full and fleshy, animated by a pleasant freshness and a silky tannin, it is a nice almond finish. It is an exceptional Dolcetto of extreme pleasantness and drinkability, light and harmonious. Perfect to drink immediately.
Dolcetto di Dogliani "San Luigi" 2018:
Dolcetto Dogliani San Luigi 2018 is a wine that perfectly identifies the identity of Dolcetto with its liveliness, freshness, and smoothness: from the intense ruby red color with purple reflections, the nose releases the typical fruity hints of cherry and red berry fruit which veer towards an elegant floral aroma of violet. In the mouth it is animated by a pleasant freshness and a delicate tannin. It is an extremely pleasant and drinkable wine, light and harmonious. Perfect to drink immediately.
Dolcetto di Dogliani "La Costa" 2017:
This Dolcetto Dogliani La Costa 2017, of the highest quality, undergoes refinement for at least two years of which a partial period is expected in a large unroasted French oak barrel. The wine is not filtered and has a ruby red color with violet reflections. The complex nose expresses an elegant bounquet of ripe red fruit and dried flowers. Of beautiful structure and harmony, in the mouth and fresh and fairly balanced. Being endowed with great aging capabilities, it would be appropriate to forget it in the cellar for a few years, to allow an adequate evolution through which this wine will give its best.
Barbera d'Alba Vigna San Sebastiano 2018:
This Barbera d'Alba Vigna San Sebastiano 2018 is produced from grapes from a vineyard in the hamlet of San Sebastiano, in the municipality of Monforte d'Alba, it is a beautifully structured wine with a remarkable acidity and good flavor. It's color is intense ruby red. The nose is expressed with hints of cherry and plum to which a spicy note is added. The mouth is wide, it closes with an acid, bright push, but retains flavor.
Barolo Bussia Vigna Pianpolvere 2016:
This fine Barolo Bussia Vigna Pianpolvere 2016 to the eye is ruby, slightly opalescent. In its youth, the nose presents nuanced, floral and red fruit notes, to which is added a particular earthy note and the final balsamic hints of licorice and spice. The mouth is pervaded by a sensation of freshness combined with great complexity. Important but silky tannic texture and a long savory finish. Langhe Nebbiolo La Chiusa 2017: This Langhe Nebbiolo La Chiusa 2017 is a wine of a light ruby color with a slight opalescence. The nose is very delicate, with fruity hints of cherry and plum, floral violet, and herbaceous. Elegant palate and animated by a beautiful freshness, a balanced Nebbiolo and good persistence.