Barolo Convento Luigi Oddero e Figli DOC, Piemonte 2018 / 4 bottles

$198.00

Region & Producer

  • Region: Barolo DOCG, Piemonte, Italy.

  • Producer: Luigi Oddero e Figli, a traditional family estate with historic vineyards across prime Barolo crus. Known for elegant, age-worthy Nebbiolo.

  • “Convento” is a classic Barolo cuvée, sourced from several estate parcels.

Grape

  • 100% Nebbiolo

Style & Tasting Notes

  • Color: Garnet red with brick reflections (typical of aged Nebbiolo).

  • Nose: Complex and layered, with rose petals, violet, tar, licorice, red cherry, plum, tobacco, and earthy spice.

  • Palate: Structured yet refined – firm tannins, vibrant acidity, red fruit core (cherry, raspberry), leather, and truffle hints.

  • Finish: Long, dry, persistent, with lingering floral and mineral notes.

Vintage 2018 Character

  • 2018 in Barolo was classic and balanced – elegant aromatics, supple fruit, and refined tannins, approachable earlier than powerful vintages like 2016.

Winemaking

  • Traditional style:

    • Long maceration on skins (about 25–30 days).

    • Aged in large Slavonian oak casks (botti grandi) for ~3 years.

    • Bottle-aged before release.

  • Built for aging but already showing harmony.

Food Pairings

  • A true gastronomic wine, pairing with:

    • Braised meats (ossobuco, brasato al Barolo)

    • Game (venison, boar)

    • Mature cheeses (Parmigiano, Castelmagno)

    • Truffle dishes (tajarin with white truffle – Piemonte classic).

Aging Potential

  • Drink now with decanting, but it will evolve beautifully through 2032–2038.

Region & Producer

  • Region: Barolo DOCG, Piemonte, Italy.

  • Producer: Luigi Oddero e Figli, a traditional family estate with historic vineyards across prime Barolo crus. Known for elegant, age-worthy Nebbiolo.

  • “Convento” is a classic Barolo cuvée, sourced from several estate parcels.

Grape

  • 100% Nebbiolo

Style & Tasting Notes

  • Color: Garnet red with brick reflections (typical of aged Nebbiolo).

  • Nose: Complex and layered, with rose petals, violet, tar, licorice, red cherry, plum, tobacco, and earthy spice.

  • Palate: Structured yet refined – firm tannins, vibrant acidity, red fruit core (cherry, raspberry), leather, and truffle hints.

  • Finish: Long, dry, persistent, with lingering floral and mineral notes.

Vintage 2018 Character

  • 2018 in Barolo was classic and balanced – elegant aromatics, supple fruit, and refined tannins, approachable earlier than powerful vintages like 2016.

Winemaking

  • Traditional style:

    • Long maceration on skins (about 25–30 days).

    • Aged in large Slavonian oak casks (botti grandi) for ~3 years.

    • Bottle-aged before release.

  • Built for aging but already showing harmony.

Food Pairings

  • A true gastronomic wine, pairing with:

    • Braised meats (ossobuco, brasato al Barolo)

    • Game (venison, boar)

    • Mature cheeses (Parmigiano, Castelmagno)

    • Truffle dishes (tajarin with white truffle – Piemonte classic).

Aging Potential

  • Drink now with decanting, but it will evolve beautifully through 2032–2038.