Barolo Riserva Enrico Serafino 1965
This 1965 Barolo Riserva is a historic red wine produced by Enrico Serafino. Founded in 1878 in Canale, located in the heart of the Roero area on the northern side of the Tanaro river, Enrico Serafino is one of the older wine houses in Piedmont. The winery's history spans the entire modern Italian wine era, from the unification of Italy to the present day. The label proudly displays the house's early recognition, featuring historical medals from exhibitions in Turin in 1884, Rome and Antwerp in 1885, as well as Paris and Genoa in 1900.
The wine originates from Barolo, one of the most prestigious wine areas in the Piedmont region of northwestern Italy. Situated in the Langhe hills southwest of Alba, the landscape is characterized by dramatic, steep slopes that are often enveloped in thick morning fog during the autumn. This fog plays a crucial role in protecting the grapes and ensuring a steady ripening process. Piedmont, which literally translates to "at the foot of the mountain," is globally recognized for its immense focus on terroir and its deep connection to local gastronomy, including the famous white truffles of Alba.
This Denominazione di Origine Controllata wine is crafted exclusively from Nebbiolo, Italy's premier grape variety known for producing elegant wines with significant structural depth. Nebbiolo is deeply tied to the Barolo area and is the defining grape of the region's classic red wines. As a Riserva, this specific bottling represents a higher classification within the appellation. The wine was bottled directly in the production zone and is presented in a traditional 720-milliliter format with an alcohol content of 13 percent.
Throughout the 20th century, Enrico Serafino experienced several changes in ownership, including a long period under the Krug family of the LVMH group. In 2015, the historic estate was acquired by Krause Holdings, an American family investor. Today, the house maintains a broad portfolio that covers Piedmont's classic appellations, combining historic legacy with modern resources to produce wines from Langhe, Roero, and Alta Langa.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Piedmont
Piedmont (which literally means "at the foot of the mountain") is located in northwestern Italy, surrounded by the Alps. It is considered one of the world's absolute most prestigious wine regions. The area is known for small, passionate, family-run wineries and a huge focus on terroir (how the soil and microclimate affect the wine).
Classic characteristics of Piedmont:
The royal wines: This is where the world-famous, complex and expensive red wines Barolo and Barbaresco come from (both made from 100% Nebbiolo).
Everyday heroes: In addition to Nebbiolo, the region is famous for the grapes Barbera (juicy, acidic and incredibly popular) and Dolcetto (dark, soft and fruity).
The white and sweet: Piedmont also makes the crisp white wine Gavi and the famous, lightly sparkling dessert bubbles Moscato d'Asti.
The landscape: Dramatic, steep hills – especially in the Langhe sub-area. The hills are often shrouded in thick morning mist in autumn, which protects the grapes and allows for a long, perfect ripening.
Gastronomy: An absolute mecca for food lovers. The area is world famous for the exclusive white truffles from Alba, hazelnuts and rich, simmered dishes that scream with a glass of local red wine.
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