By Vite Colte
'Essenze' Barolo di Barolo DOCG 2010

Technical Details
Appellation: Barolo del Comune di Barolo DOCG
Grape Variety: Nebbiolo
Alcohol: 14.50%

Terroir
The grapes come from vineyards in the municipality of Barolo, at altitudes between 280 and 380 meters above sea level. The soils are of marine sedimentary origin dating back to the 'Piedmont Tertiary Basin' and are characterized by the presence of sedimentary calcareous-clay marl, alternating layers of marl and sand - or sandstone - with a prevalence of Sant'Agata marl (A silty grey, clay-based sedimentary rock which can sometimes be bluish, and contains varying quantities of limestone). This terroir produces wines that become elegant, aromatic, and balanced within three to four years.

Vinification
Harvesting is followed by alcoholic fermentation, with maceration on skins for about 20 days. Malolactic fermentation takes place in steel. The wine then ages in small oak barrels for up to 24 months.

Tasting Notes
Red, tending towards garnet. An intense and complex bouquet with notes of violet, vanilla, tobacco, and goudron. Dry and warm, with great body and structure. The persistent lingering finish reveals ripe black and red fruit, and an evident balsamic note.
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VITE COLTE BAROLO ESSENZE RISERVA 2010
Thursday, November 7, 2019
Country: Italy
Region: Piedmont
Vintage: 2010
Score: 92
Aromas of mellow, dried strawberries and cherries with a sheen of earthy, savory notes. The palate has a succulent, fleshy and open-knit feel with abundant cherry flavors. Drink or hold.

Barolo Essenze Riserva 2010
Vite Colte - Piedmont
Points: 91
Consistency: 32 - Balance: 30 - Integrity: 29
Type: Red
Category: Barolo
Tasting date: 24-7-2019
Grape varieties: Nebbiolo
Volume of bottle: 0.75 lt
Winery: Vite Colte Spa
Region: Piedmont

Vite Colte 2010 Essenze Riserva (Barolo)
Rating: 90
Designation: Essenze Riserva
Variety: Nebbiolo
Appellation: Barolo, Piedmont, Italy
Winery: Vite Colte
Bottle Size: 750.00 ml
Category: Red
Date Published: 12/1/2019
Reviewed by: Kerin O'Keefe
Exotic spice, botanical herb and pressed rose aromas lift out of the glass. It's taut and medium bodied, offering sour cherry, tart cranberry, espresso and star anise set against dusty tannins and fresh acidity.

2010 Vite Colte Barolo Riserva Essenze
Producer: Vite Colte
Location: Italy, Piedmont, Barolo
Color: Red
Rating: 89
Tasting Date: 5/27/2021
Maturity: 2023 - 2036
Reviewed By: Audrey Frick        
Source: Barolo 2017 and Barbaresco 2018 Current Releases
The 2010 Barolo Riserva Essenze is showing mature aromatics of leather, licorice, and plum compote. Firmly built, there are notes of coffee grounds, cherry pit, and bitter cocoa. Drink 2023-2036