- Last updated on April 3, 2023
Welcome! This is our Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto review.
Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto is a premium red wine from the Barolo region of Piedmont, Italy.
Made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, this wine is a prime example of the region’s winemaking expertise.
The wine is aged in oak barrels for months and is then left to mature in the bottle for an additional 12 months, resulting in a complex and elegant wine.
Find below our Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto full review along with our food pairings recommendations, serving tips, curiosity, and where you can buy it.
Let’s begin!
Our Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto Review
- Brand: Cordero di Montezemolo
- Grape Varietal:Â Nebbiolo
- Region:Â Italy, Piemonte
- Tasting Notes: Cherry & Plum fruit notes
- Glass & Serving: Aroma Collector / 59-68 °F (15-20 °C) / Decant 1 hr
- Store: Up to 20-30 Years
- Price Range: ~$60
- Bottle Size: 750 ml
Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto review: What's its color?
Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto has a deep, ruby color with orange reflections.
When swirled, the wine leaves long and slow legs on the glass, indicating its full-bodied nature.
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Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto taste like?
Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto is entirely made from Nebbiolo grapes and aged months in oak barrels.
It is then left to mature in the bottle for an additional 12 months, resulting in a complex and elegant wine.
Is Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto sweet?
No, it’s not sweet. Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto wine is a dry wine.
Dry wine contains less than 15 g/L.
Learn more about wine sweetness level here.
Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto review: Which food pairs well with it?
Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto pairs well with a range of dishes, including roasted meats, such as lamb and beef.
It pairs also very well with rich and hearty pasta dishes, such as mushroom risotto, beef ragù or truffle tagliolini.
The wine also pairs well with aged cheeses, such as Parmigiano Reggiano, and dark chocolate.
Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto review: What's its alcohol content?
Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto wine’s alcohol content is 15%.
In case you wonder about alcohol content or more precisely Alcohol By Volume, i.e. ABV, measure the alcoholic strength of a drink.
There is a direct relationship between the sugar left in the wine after the alcoholic fermentation has taken place, i.e. Residual Sugar or RS, and ABV.
During alcoholic fermentation, the yeast transforms the sugar in the grape juice into alcohol.
Grapes with high residual sugar will therefore produce dry wine with a high ABV.
How many calories are in a glass of Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto wine?
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture [1] a 5-ounce glass will contain about 120 to 130 calories.
Alcohol contains 7 calories per gram. So a wine with high ABV will have a higher calories per glass than a wine with low ABV.
Furthermore, sugar contributes to the calorie count.
A dry wine will usually have 4 calories per grams vs a sweet wine that will have around 20 calories per grams of carbs, which include sugar.
What is Cordero di Montezemolo?
Here is an extract from the Cordero di Montezemolo website itself:
“WE OBSERVE, ANALYSE AND EXPERIMENT, ALWAYS SEEKING THE BEST POSSIBLE SOLUTION“
Conclusion
Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto is an exceptional wine that truly showcases the winemaking expertise of the Barolo region.
The wine’s complex aromas and flavors, as well as its smooth texture and well-integrated tannins, make it a wine to be savored and appreciated.
Its versatility in food pairings also makes it an excellent choice for a variety of occasions, whether enjoyed with a hearty meal or on its own.
Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto is a must-try for any wine enthusiast and is a testament to the quality of Italian winemaking.
Once you had it, we’d love to know your opinion, so reach out and let’s know what you think! Enjoy!
