{"title":"Sordo \u0026 Gioso | Piedmont","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/0501\/1062\/files\/0d7f9e_103e77673b3e490c9dab72d75430b80b_mv2.avif?v=1781664273\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFounded in 1912 in the small hamlet of Garbelletto, just outside Castiglione Falletto, Sordo is one of the great family estates of the Langhe. Four generations have guided the winery, beginning with Giuseppe Sordo, who first planted vines and produced wine in the heart of Barolo country. The estate was transformed in the second half of the twentieth century by his son Giovanni, whose vision was to acquire exceptional vineyard sites across the region. At a time when many growers were focused on quantity, Giovanni recognised the importance of owning vineyards in the finest crus of Barolo, laying the foundations for the estate we know today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eToday, the winery is led by Giorgio Sordo and remains entirely family owned. What started as a small farm has grown into one of Piedmont's most significant vineyard holdings, with 53 hectares spread across the most prestigious communes of the Langhe and Roero, including Castiglione Falletto, Serralunga d'Alba, Monforte d'Alba, Barolo, Novello, La Morra and Verduno. These holdings give Sordo access to an extraordinary range of terroirs, allowing the family to showcase the diversity of Nebbiolo through multiple single-vineyard bottlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWhat makes Sordo unique is its collection of Barolo crus. The estate produces wines from eight distinct MGA vineyards spread across five communes, including Monprivato, Villero, Rocche di Castiglione, Parussi, Gabutti, Perno, Ravera and Monvigliero. Few producers possess such a broad cross-section of the Barolo appellation, and fewer still maintain a consistent winemaking approach that allows each vineyard's character to speak so clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDespite its size, Sordo remains firmly rooted in the traditional school of Piedmont. Fermentations are long, macerations are extended, and ageing takes place in large Slavonian oak botti rather than small French barriques. The philosophy is simple: great vineyards should define the wine. This approach produces Barolos of structure, longevity and authenticity, with each cru expressing the nuances of its origin rather than the influence of the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAlongside the flagship Sordo range sits Gioso, the family's sister label. While Sordo focuses on the great vineyard expressions of Barolo and the traditional wines of the Langhe, Gioso offers a more approachable introduction to Piedmont, sourcing fruit from carefully selected vineyards and producing wines such as Nebbiolo d'Alba, Barbera d'Alba and Barbaresco. Together, the two labels provide a comprehensive picture of the region, from everyday drinking wines through to some of the most age-worthy expressions of Nebbiolo in Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMore than a century after Giuseppe Sordo first tended vines in Castiglione Falletto, the family remains dedicated to the same goal: expressing the character of the Langhe through wines that honour tradition, place and the remarkable diversity of Piedmont's greatest vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sordo-barbera-dalba-2023","title":"Sordo Barbera d'Alba 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eProduced from 100% Barbera grown in the hills surrounding Castiglione Falletto and Serralunga d'Alba, Sordo Barbera d'Alba is a pure expression of one of Piedmont's most important grape varieties. The vineyards are situated at elevations of approximately 250–300 metres above sea level on calcareous marl soils, providing both concentration and freshness to the finished wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing harvest, the fruit undergoes temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve varietal purity and freshness. Unlike the estate's Barolo wines, maturation takes place entirely in stainless steel, with approximately six months of ageing on fine lees followed by a period of bottle maturation prior to release. This approach emphasises Barbera's naturally vibrant fruit profile, bright acidity and approachable structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarbera is naturally high in acidity and relatively low in tannin, producing wines that combine generosity of fruit with remarkable freshness. Sordo's interpretation remains faithful to the traditional style of the Langhe, prioritising purity, balance and drinkability over oak influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine displays a deep ruby colour and a fragrant bouquet of red and dark berries, wild flowers and subtle spice. On the palate it is medium to full-bodied, with bright acidity, supple tannins and a long, savoury finish. While intended for earlier enjoyment than Barolo, the wine possesses sufficient structure to develop positively over several years in bottle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DAVID RIDGE WINE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43522931753078,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/0501\/1062\/files\/Sordo_Barbera_d_Alba_2023.jpg?v=1781502920"},{"product_id":"gioso-langhe-nebbiolo-2021","title":"Gioso Langhe Nebbiolo 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eProduced from 100% Nebbiolo grown in the sandy soils of the Roero district, Gioso Langhe Nebbiolo offers a more approachable expression of Piedmont's noble grape while retaining the structure and character for which Nebbiolo is renowned. The vineyards sit at approximately 330 metres above sea level on steep, south-facing slopes, where the combination of elevation and well-drained soils promotes aromatic intensity and balanced ripening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing harvest, the fruit is destemmed and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks at approximately 28°C. Natural malolactic fermentation takes place in stainless steel before the wine is matured for nine months in large Slavonian oak casks. The wine then spends a short period in tank and a minimum of three months in bottle prior to release. This traditional ageing regime softens Nebbiolo's tannins while preserving varietal purity and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLanghe Nebbiolo occupies a unique position within Piedmont, often delivering greater accessibility in its youth than Barolo or Barbaresco while maintaining the grape's hallmark acidity, structure and capacity to evolve. The sandy soils of Roero contribute a more lifted and elegant profile, with finer tannins and earlier approachability than many examples from the Langhe's marl-rich vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine displays classic Nebbiolo characteristics of red cherry, violet and subtle spice, supported by bright acidity and finely textured tannins. Medium-bodied yet structured, it offers impressive complexity and persistence while remaining approachable in its youth, making it an ideal introduction to the Nebbiolo grape and the wines of Piedmont.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DAVID RIDGE WINE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43522942533750,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/0501\/1062\/files\/Gioso_Langhe_Nebbiolo_2021.jpg?v=1781502840"},{"product_id":"gioso-barbaresco-2021","title":"Gioso Barbaresco 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eProduced exclusively from 100% Nebbiolo grown within the Barbaresco DOCG, this wine reflects the elegance and finesse that have made Barbaresco one of Piedmont's most celebrated appellations. Fruit is sourced from vineyards in the communes of Barbaresco, Neive and Treiso, where calcareous marl soils and a slightly warmer microclimate than neighbouring Barolo contribute to wines of aromatic complexity and refined structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing harvest, fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve varietal purity and freshness. The wine is then matured for a minimum of nine months in large Slavonian oak casks, followed by further bottle ageing prior to release. This traditional approach allows Nebbiolo's natural character and site expression to remain at the forefront.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarbaresco is often described as the more approachable counterpart to Barolo, combining Nebbiolo's hallmark tannin and longevity with greater elegance and earlier accessibility. The resulting wine displays a transparent ruby-red colour that gradually develops garnet hues with age. Aromas of violet, rose petal and red berries lead into a palate defined by fine tannins, vibrant acidity and a long, savoury finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile approachable in its youth, the wine possesses the balance and structure to evolve gracefully in bottle for well over a decade, gradually developing the complexity and tertiary character for which great Nebbiolo is renowned.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DAVID RIDGE WINE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43522944958582,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/0501\/1062\/files\/Gioso_Barbaresco_2021.jpg?v=1781502957"},{"product_id":"sordo-barbaresco-2021-copy","title":"Sordo Barolo 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eProduced exclusively from 100% Nebbiolo sourced from selected vineyards across the Barolo DOCG zone, Sordo Barolo is vinified in a traditional style designed to emphasise site expression and longevity. Following crushing and destemming, fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with a long submerged-cap maceration lasting between four and seven weeks, depending on the vintage. Natural malolactic fermentation follows before the wine rests in stainless steel for a short period. The wine is then matured for 24 months in large Slavonian oak casks, followed by further refinement in stainless steel and a minimum of six months in bottle prior to release. This traditional élevage preserves Nebbiolo's aromatic purity while allowing the tannins to integrate gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSordo has been producing Barolo since 1912 and remains firmly committed to a classic interpretation of the appellation. All Barolo wines, from the Classico bottling through to the single MGA crus, follow essentially the same winemaking regime, allowing vineyard character and vintage conditions to remain the defining influence on the finished wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting wine combines Nebbiolo's hallmark structure with freshness and precision. Aromatically, expect restrained notes of red cherry, dried rose and subtle spice, while the palate is defined by firm tannins, vibrant acidity and a long, savory finish. Built for cellaring, Sordo Barolo typically begins to reveal its full complexity after several years in bottle and has the capacity to evolve gracefully for decades.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DAVID RIDGE WINE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43522946039926,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/0501\/1062\/files\/Gioso_Barolo_2021.jpg?v=1781502760"},{"product_id":"sordo-barolo-la-serra-2021","title":"Sordo Barolo 'La Serra' 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eSourced from the renowned La Serra MGA (Menzione Geografica Aggiuntiva) in the commune of La Morra, this Barolo is produced from 100% Nebbiolo grown at elevations of approximately 380–420 metres above sea level. The vineyard's south and south-east exposure, combined with its sandy soils over Sant'Agata marl, contributes to a wine of notable aromatic lift, finesse and elegance. Vines average more than 30 years of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with all Sordo cru Barolos, vinification follows a traditional approach designed to highlight vineyard character rather than cellar influence. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with submerged-cap maceration lasting up to 50 days. The wine is then matured for 24 months in large Slavonian oak casks, followed by further refinement in stainless steel and bottle before release. This consistent élevage across the Sordo range allows the distinctions of each cru to remain clearly visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLa Serra is one of the historic vineyards of La Morra, a commune widely recognized for producing some of Barolo's most perfumed and approachable wines. The higher altitude and sandy soils of this site contribute additional freshness, floral lift and refined tannin structure, distinguishing it from the richer, more powerful expressions found in communes such as Serralunga d'Alba and Monforte d'Alba.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting wine is characterised by its elegance and precision, offering aromas of rose petal, red cherry and exotic spice. On the palate, it combines vibrant acidity with fine, mineral-driven tannins and a persistent finish. While approachable earlier than many Barolos, its balance and structure ensure excellent ageing potential over the next two decades and beyond.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DAVID RIDGE WINE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43522948169846,"sku":null,"price":189.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/0501\/1062\/files\/Gioso_Barolo_La_Serra_2021.jpg?v=1781502661"}],"url":"https:\/\/huntershillwineroom.com.au\/collections\/sordo-gioso-piedmont-1.oembed","provider":"Hunters Hill Wine Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}