Rivetto Barolo Chinato

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Tasting Notes

A digestivo wine made from Barolo wine and infused with over 100 herbs and spices. A family recipe and traditional Piedmont after dinner drink.

Cultivation

Barolo Chinato is a wine of tradition and history. According to the 'Langhe' tradition, one always had to keep a bottle of Barolo Chinato in the cupboard. Offering it to guests was customary, demonstrating the simplicity and authenticity of rustic hospitality. In the past this particular wine was also used as an antidote for every kind of illness, as its antipyretic and digestive properties were highly acclaimed and sought after.

Vinification

Active ingredients are extracted through maceration at room temperature. At the final stage, aromatic herbs are added, including precious cardamom seeds.