Linnaea Vineyards 'Trifulau' Docg Barolo 2013
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LITR201310 UCAU
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Linnaea Vineyards is not your typical wine producer. Born of the intense passion of Michelle Edwards and Daniel Fischl
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Daniel is an Australian born winemaker of the highest acclaim, while Michelle is a Californian Agricultural Scientist of international accolade
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These two managed to secure a small plot of Barolo land to make this wonderful wine
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1 or more bottles$69.99
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Linnaea Vineyards is not your typical wine producer. Born of the intense passion of Michelle Edwards and Daniel Fischl. Daniel is an Australian born winemaker of the highest acclaim, while Michelle is a Californian Agricultural Scientist of international accolade. These two managed to secure a small plot of Barolo land to make this wonderful wine.
"We grabbed the bulk of this from the 64 year old vines on the southwest face, with the remainder from our favourite perfume spike, the now 89-year old massale selection on the soft eastern face of the cru, a seductive site straddling the borders of Castiglione Falletto and Monforte D’Alba in the Bussia zone." - Linnaea Vineyards.
Firm and sure in the mouth with a spread of fine grained tannin allied to just the right amount of dark fruit, tea and spice. Has a vivacious yet fleshy finish of good length with a ring of clear acidity.
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Gary Walsh
94"It’s been nearly six years since I last tried one of these, which was the 2010 vintage. “This is the ‘fourth and last bottling of the Linnaea Barolo (unless we can source some more fruit)”. I saw pallets of this wine sitting in the cellars of Cascina Pugnane when I visited in 2018. The grapes come from Castiglione Falletto (87 year old vines) and Bussia (19 year old vines), and I note they don’t mention the Castiglione Falletto cru, but you could probably take a wild guess…. 334 cases produced. Importer: Edwards Fischl. It’s a tightly knit and firm wine, as is the way with many a 2013, but I’ve no problem with that. This is tense and pretty much medium-bodied, five spice and red fruits, cocoa and dried herb, some floral perfume. Cool acidity, brick dust tannin, slightly earthy/porcini on a fresh finish, tannin grabbing and shaping as it goes. It feels like it’s in evolution at present, that half-way house between youth and maturity. It’s a low compromise wine, but very good, especially for a traditionalist."
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Italy
Italy has some of the oldest wine production methods in the world and almost every part of the country is planted under vine. From the Alps in the north to the very southernmost parts of Sicily where Africa is almost in sight, wine is successfully cultivated. In addition to the latitude covered, Italy's many mountains and hills provide a plethora of altitudes for grape growing in various soils and micro-climates. The extensive coastlines along the peninsula that is Italy provide maritime climates for the coastal wine-growing areas. Over 350 grape varieties are 'authorised' in Italy, though up to 550 varieties are thought to be grown.
The classification system of Italian wines has four classes, with the intention of defining a wine's origin a quality. Two of these classes are table wines, whilst DOC and DOCG fall under the EU quality wine produced in a specific region category. Vino da Tavola (VDT) means that the wine comes from Italy. Most of these wines are generally basic table wines that are consumed domestically. Indicazione Geografica Tipica (IGT) denotes a more specific region within Italy, and the resultant will be of higher quality than simple table wines, but won't conform to the rules required for higher certification. Both Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) and Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG) are regionally more specific than IGT, and have stricter rules regarding the grape varieties grown, yields per hectare, minimum alcohol levels and so on. The major difference between DOC and DOCG is that the latter has to undergo a blind-tasting session to ensure the highest quality is achieved. Italy has 32 DOCG appelations, 311 DOC appelations and 120 IGT zones.
Key regions include Piedmont, Tuscany, Abruzzo, Veneto, Sicily and Sardinia. Common white varieties grown are Pinot Grigio, Arneis, Vermentino, Verdicchio, Fiano and Moscato. The red varieties grown the most are Sangiovese, Barbera, Dolcetto, Nebbiolo, Montepulciano, Primitivo, Nero d'Avola and Corvina.
Piedmont
Piedmont (Piemonte in Italian) is probably the finest wine region in all of Italy, and has laid claim to this since Roman times. It has a continental climate influenced by the surrounding Alps and Ligurian Apennines, and is located in the north-west of Italy, bordering both France and Switzerland.
Piedmont has only 1% of the total vineyards of Bordeaux and 15% that of Burgundy. So while a top Chateaux may produce upwards of 35,000 cases a year, leading Barolo producers will often make only 800 cases. More than half of its vineyards are registered with DOC designations and many are in the Apennine or Alpine foothills, from 300-600m above sea level. Most of the wines are produced by smaller family estates rather than larger holdings.
Piedmont has 46 different DOC and four DOCG regions, and produces the largest number of well known, world-recognized, prize-winning wines. The most famous would have to be Barolo or Barbaresco, whose power comes from the Nebbiolo grape variety. The most widely planted red variety is Barbera although Dolcetto, Muscat, Shiraz and Bonarda are also produced.
The white variety most well known is Moscato, which is often made into frizzante (bubbly) wines known as Asti. Cortese is made into the popular Gavi wines, and smaller amounts of Chardonnay and high quality Sparkling are also produced in the far north of Piedmont.
Barolo
Situated in the picturesque rolling hills of Piedmont, Italy, just south of the historic town of Alba, lies the renowned appellation of 'Barolo'. Steeped in tradition and history, this now DOCG status region is widely regarded as one of Italy's finest wine-producing areas, thanks to its production of exceptional red wines made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes.
Barolo wines are famed for their complex flavor profiles, firm tannins, and beguiling aromas, earning them the coveted title of ‘the King of Wines’ for centuries. While the DOCG defines winemaking practices, there are two distinct styles that winemakers tend to prefer - a traditional style and a modern style.
The region boasts two primary soil types - the sandy Tortonian marl, which tends to produce softer wines with a more delicate character, and the Helvetian sandstone clay, which typically gives rise to more robust, powerful wines. The continental climate of the area, characterized by a long summer and late autumn, provides an ideal environment for growing the fickle Nebbiolo grape to perfect ripeness, resulting in wines of unparalleled quality and character.
The winemaking history of Barolo can be traced back centuries, and the region's unique terroir, combined with the expertise of its winemakers, has resulted in the creation of some of Italy's most sought-after and collectible wines. Barolo wines are a perfect pairing with rich, hearty dishes, particularly those featuring truffles or wild game, and are a must-try for any serious wine lover.
In addition to producing world-class Barolo wines, the region is also renowned for its production of other fine wines, including Barbaresco, Dolcetto, and Barbera, all of which showcase the unique character and terroir of this remarkable wine-growing region. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or simply looking to explore one of Italy's most captivating regions, Barolo is an unforgettable destination that is sure to delight and inspire.
About the brand Linnaea Vineyards
Michelle Edwards and Daniel Fischl are the husband and wife team behind Linnaea who produce small batches of intelligent wines from some of the world's most interesting wine regions. Currently Linnaean projects are active in Napa, Sonoma, Italy, and Victoria Australia making ridiculously GOOD drops!
Both have quite the resume; Michelle cut her teeth in wineries across Washington state, Davis California, and outback Australia in prestigious sites such as Colgin Cellars, Cliff Lede Vineyards and Bryant Family Vineyards in Napa Valley, and Peter Michael Winery in Sonoma Valley. Daniel an Agricultural Scientist by trade with nearly 20 years experience in the wine vertical - a decade as Senior Viticulturist for David Abreu working with numerous legendary Napa Valley wines and demanding perfection from every single vineyard. His craft has taken him to far corners of the globe including California, Western China, Israel and large tracts of Victoria.
When not neck deep in wine Michelle & Daniel lend their experience giving viticultural and enological advise to industry leading winemakers via their Eartrumpet Consulting business.
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