Barolo 'Aeroplanservaj' Domenico Clerico 2020

The Barolo ‘Aeroplanservaj’ is a precious and refined label crafted by the renowned modernist winery Domenico Clerico. This bottle was born in 2006 from Domenico's desire to take on new challenges, a desire that led the producer to create a Barolo in Serralunga d’Alba, a territory adjacent to the municipality of Monforte d’Alba, where the estate is located. “Aeroplanservaj” represents an expression of the Piedmontese dialect meaning “wild airplane,” a nickname by which Domenico was usually called by his father, and each year the label is adorned with different illustrations that evoke flight.

Domenico Clerico Barolo ‘Aeroplanservaj’ originates from only Nebbiolo planted in 1994 within the Additional Geographical Mention of Baudana, in the municipality of Serralunga d’Alba. The exposure is west and southwest, the altitude is around 340 meters above sea level, and the soil, composed of fossil Sant’Agata Marls, has a loamy texture, particularly rich in limestone. In winery, the alcoholic fermentation is accompanied by 30 days of maceration on the skins, at the end of which the racking is carried out and then the long aging of 26-36 months in oak barriques, 80% new and 20% second passage. After an additional period of resting in the bottle, the wine is finally ready for commercialization.

The Barolo ‘Aeroplanservaj’ by Domenico Clerico is of intense garnet red color. The intricate and refined olfactory panorama evokes enveloping aromas of fruit in alcohol, aromatic herbs, and flowers, enriched by broad spicy and balsamic nuances. The sip, robust and elegant, shows significant intensity, a tantalizing fresh-salty component, and mature tannins, qualities that herald the very long mineral and spicy finish.