Vintage description: 2015 began with heavy snowfall that allowed for a good accumulation of water in the soil. The vegetative cycle was anticipated, and after a mild spring came a very hot and dry summer. Thanks to the winter water reserves, the plants did not undergo any stress, which allowed for an excellent ripening of the fruit.
Grapes: Nebbiolo
Harvest: Mid October
Village: Serralunga d’Alba
MeGA (Cru): Lazzarito - Vigna: Preve
Soil: Calcareous Marls and Sandstone (Arenarie di Lequio) 21% Sand, 56% Limestone, 23% Clay
Maceration: 12 days
MLF: 100%
Ageing: 33 months in one single cask of 20 hl
Bottling: July 2018
Data
Alcohol: 14,5 % vol
Total acidity: 6,14 g/L
Dry extract: 30,1 g/L
Winemaker Note: This year produced 2364 bottles, 118 magnums and 12 double magnums. In 2015 the Vigna Preve showed great dimension and complexity. The saline component leads the palate as often happens with this plot. There is a particular strength and elegant progression with this vintage.