# Barolo (Pelassa)

> Red, Barolo DOCG by [Pelassa](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/pelassa.md), Roero, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/pelassa-barolo).

- **Producer:** Pelassa
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barolo DOCG
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo 100% (Michet, Lampia, Rosè)
- **Production area:** 350 m a.s.l.
- **Harvest:** by hand in the second half of October
- **Vineyard planting:** Guyot, 5000 vines per hectare
- **Vinification:** Traditional Barolo vinification with fermentation of about 15-20 days at 26°C. De-stemming, soft crushing; the must is pumped over with the dèlastage system to maximise extraction of colour and varietal aromas. After malolactic fermentation, aged in Slavonian and French oak tonneaux with weekly top-ups and tasting tests.
- **Serving temperature:** 18°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25


## Summary

The estate's classic Barolo DOCG, made from 100% Nebbiolo, aged 3 years (2 in tonneaux, 1 in bottle). Rated 93+ (Robert Parker, 2017 vintage) and up to 93 pts (James Suckling, 2016 vintage).

## Tasting notes

Brilliant garnet red colour. Deeply scented bouquet developing from dried flowers and wild rose to a tar character. Velvety, rich, ripe taste, tannic and well balanced; a powerful and rich wine.

## Food pairings

Perfect with game and white and red meat dishes of the grand cuisine with white and brown sauces, excellent with truffle. Best decanted and served at 18°C.