COSTE DI ROSE
Barolo DOCG
Coste di Rose is a prestigious hill, fully exposed to the east, in the municipality of Barolo. The remarkable slope – more than 40% – favours the perfect ripening of the nebbiolo grapes, which are particularly demanding as regards light exposure and temperatures. The hill is situated in the geologic area dating back to the Serravallian age, but curiously the soil has a moderate limestone content, while it is particularly rich in quartz sand and very fine silt: so much so that fossil shells have been found during the normal cultivation activities. These peculiar characteristics give nebbiolo intense and refined scents, reminiscent of wild mint.
Soil
Marine sedimentary origin, sandy Sant’Agata marl (35% sand – 38% silt – 27% clay), Tortonian landform, created 10 million years ago.
Mature soil with medium amalgam texture, with high percentage of sand; chalky consistency (7% of active component) with high water retention and fertility.
Organoleptic
characters
The colour is ruby, veering towards garnet red. The aroma is intense, with clear scents of rose, liquorice, spices and aromatic herbs, especially wild mint. Full and elegant taste with good body. This, together with the delicate colour and the structure, creates a Barolo of immediate pleasantness, balance and harmony.
Gastronomic
Pairings
It is ideal for sipping alongside typical starters from the Langhe: raw meat, flan with vegetables, eggs with truffle. Excellent with tajarin, roasts, sheep and goat toma cheeses and hard medium-ripened cheeses.
