It comes from the commune of Novello, one of the historic sites for the production of Barolo. It is proposed by La Spinona, a fine family business that has been living this territory for five generations. We are talking about Barolo DOCG Sorì Gepin, a red wine for ageing that stands out for its complexity and rich structure. The grapes used for this wine come from a single south-facing vineyard on the top of the hill, with ideal conditions of light and ventilation. The clay-limestone soil, typical of Novello, gives the Nebbiolo the ability to develop structured tannins and unmistakable mineral notes. All in perfect balance. Harvesting takes place between the end of October and the beginning of November, when Nebbiolo reaches full maturity. Harvesting is done by hand, carefully selecting the best bunches of grapes, which are then transported in small baskets to prevent them from spoiling, initiating spontaneous and unwanted fermentation. Vinification begins with cold maceration for one day, followed by fermentation for 15-20 days. Automatic punching-down and pumping-over ensure a perfect extraction of the noble substances from the skins, while temperature-controlled malolactic fermentation blunts the natural acidity of the Nebbiolo, giving more roundness to the wine. After vinification, Sorì Gepin matures for about 18 months in large 25-hectolitre French Allier and Slavonian oak barrels. The barrels, which are between 5 and 10 years old, add depth to the wine, without overpowering the elegance of the Nebbiolo. The wine then continues its development in the bottle for a further 12 months, until it reaches a perfect balance of freshness, power and finesse. In the glass, Sorì Gepin has a ruby red colour that tends towards garnet with time. On the nose, it impresses with its complex and rich bouquet, with aromas of ripe red fruits, floral notes and tertiary nuances of spices, leather and tobacco, the result of long ageing in wood. In the mouth, it is austere and deep, with a robust presence of well-integrated tannins and excellent persistence. Well balanced, it reveals a full body and a pleasant feeling of harmony. A wine for long ageing, capable of evolving for more than 10-15 years in the bottle, it is ideal with important dishes such as braised meats, roasts, game and mature cheeses. It is also perfect as a meditation wine, to be sipped for hours, appreciating every nuance.