Barolo Perno

Designation of origin and guaranteed

This MGA takes its name from a part of the Village of Monforte d’Alba where the very particular microclimate together with the properties of the soil give this area outstanding completeness and balance. According to tradition it is aged in wood casks and it is characterized by an intense bouquet of red fruits. On the mouth it is elegant, well-structured and round with spicy and floral notes.

Designation of origin and guaranteed

This MGA takes its name from a part of the Village of Monforte d’Alba where the very particular microclimate together with the properties of the soil give this area outstanding completeness and balance. According to tradition it is aged in wood casks and it is characterized by an intense bouquet of red fruits. On the mouth it is elegant, well-structured and round with spicy and floral notes.

Data Sheet

GRAPE VARIETYNebbiolo


VINEYARDSMunicipality of Monforte d'Alba in the Perno area.The Perno hamlet is located in the municipal district of Monforte d'Alba and is one of the most prestigious areas in the Barolo territory. Here our vineyards are characterized by tuffaceous soil with layers of red soil, sand and clay which date back to the Helvetian era.


POSITIONSlopes facing southwest


WINE-MAKINGA patient bunch thinning together with the thirty-year-old vines low production are the basis from which the cellar work starts.Long controlled temperature macerations.


AGEINGAgeing in wood and then in bottle give the Barolo Perno unique features.


TASTING NOTESThe colour is deep red with garnet hues and the nose has hints of red fruits with spicy notes and a light touch of mineral and toasted.Once inside the mouth, the fullness, acidity and fruity notes are well balanced, leaving space for a great end with important tannins. It is a longevity wine able to further transform its olfactory and gustatory sensations over the years.


GASTRONOMIC PAIRINGSExcellent companion to important main courses such as braised meats, roastsand red meat in general, also to be tried with aged cheeses.


SERVING TEMPERATURE18 - 20°C


AVAILABLE VINTAGES2017


AVAILABLE FORMATSBottiglia da 750ml


Reviews

Barolo Perno 2019

Decanter World Wine Award 2023: 90 points

Italian Wine Reviews Kerin O'Keefe: 93 points

Vini d'Italia (Gambero rosso) 2024: 2 black glasses

Bibenda 2024: 4 grapes

Merum 2023: 2 hearts

I Vini di Veronelli 2024: 91 points

Guida Prosit ONAV 2024: 1 prosit


Barolo Perno 2018

I Vini di Veronelli 2023: 91 points

Winethusiast: 88 points

Vini Buoni d'Italia (Touring club) 2023: 2 stars

Bibenda 2023: 4 grapes

Vini d'Italia 2023 (Gambero Rosso): 2 black glasses


Barolo Perno 2017

Decanter World Wine Award 2021: 89 points

Vini d'Italia 2022: 2 black glasses

Bibenda 2022: 4 grapes

Merum selection: 1 heart

I Vini di Veronelli Golden Guide 2022: 90 points


Barolo Perno 2016

Winenthusiast: 88 points

The wine Hunter: Award red

Decanter World Wine Award 2020: 89 points

Vini d'Italia 2021 (Gambero Rosso): 2 black glasses

Merum 2020: 2 hearts

I Vini di Veronelli 2021 Guida oro: 91 points

Guida Prosit 2021 (ONAV): 3 prosit

Bibenda 2021 F.I.S.: 4 clusters

Falstaff magazine: 90 points


Barolo Perno 2015

Vini d'Italia 2019 Gambero Rosso: 2 black glasses

Merano wine festival 2019: Winehunter red

Annuario dei migliori vini d'Italia Luca Maroni 2019: 90 points

I vini di Veronelli 2020: 91 points


Barolo Perno 2014

Decanter 2018: 92 points silver medal

I Vini di Veronelli 2019: 89 points

Vini d'Italia Gambero Rosso 2019: 2 glasses

WineEnthusiast 89 points

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