Description

Luigi Baudana Dragon Bianco DOC

Luigi and Fiorina Baudana are the namesakes of the località Baudana, the hamlet just north of Serralunga d’Alba, and of the historical cru that lays on the western slope of the hill. The beginning of their family history is lost in time and Luigi never precisely knew whether his ancestors gave their name to the place or took their name from it.  It was thanks to Fiorina’s love and encouragement that the two decided to stop selling their family’s grapes to cooperatives and to start producing their own estate wines.

Luigi planted Chardonnay and a touch of Sauvignon in 1980. Admittedly, it is not easy to farm Chard and Sauvignon on land which has produced the most structured Barolos since ancient times. However, the Vaira family wanted to carry on Luigi’s tradition and were excited to work with more mature vines with lower yields and beautiful fruit.

To give the wine more depth and elegance, the kids decided to steal a little bit of their father’s beloved Riesling in Barolo as well as add the local grape variety Nascetta, from their vineyards in the village of Novello.   Approximately 56% Chardonnay, 18% Nascetta, 18% Sauvignon Blanc, 8% Riesling.  Whole-cluster pressed, spontaneously fermented in stainless steel.  Malolactic is avoided to preserve freshness.  Aged until the Spring in stainless steel.  Fined with bentonite (vegan). 25,000 bottles made.

Luigi Baudana Dragon Bianco DOC features a pale and bright yellow color. Aromas of stone fruits, flowers, and summery grass. Dry and slightly savory on the palate, showcasing the stone fruits and floral capacity of this wine. Crisp and refreshing finish leaves you longing for another sip.

Luigi Baudana Dragon Bianco DOC Notes To Your Senses:

• APPEARANCE: Pale and bright yellow
• AROMA: Stone fruits, flowers, and summery grass
• TASTE: Dry and savory flavors of stone fruits and floral notes
• FINISH: Crisp and refreshing
• ABV: 13%