Ettore Germano - Barolo Cerretta 2017
The Germano estate, founded in 1856 by Francis Germano, began as a wine-growing property. It quickly established itself as one of the premier wine-growing estates in all of Piedmont. Sergio's father, Ettore, was long recognized as a master grafter of the region. Producers all over the appellation paid him by the vine to replant their vineyards. So it comes as no surprise that Sergio has emerged as one of the best producers in Piedmont. After taking over in 1993, Sergio merged his formidable technical winemaking knowledge with his family's great terroir, old vines and incredible tradition, creating an estate that has become among the very best in Barolo.
The Cerretta Cru Barolo is made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes that are fermented on their skins for 25-30 days, matured in large French oak barrels for 24 months and then further aged in bottle for 15-18 months before release. Cerretta is one of the great Cru vineyards in Serralunga d'Alba, producing complex, age-worthy wines. Germano's Cerretta is a light ruby with garnet highlights, full bodied with solid tannins and a brisk acidity. This wine will develop in bottle over a period of many years. Enjoy with full flavored meat dishes, or after a meal with nuts and cheese.
