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Domaine Cavallotto – Castiglione Falletto
The purest and most classical expression of the great terroirs of Castiglione Falletto
Founded in 1928 by Giacomo Cavallotto and now led by the fourth generation — Laura, Giuseppe and Alfio Cavallotto — the estate stands among the most reliable, consistent and respected names in traditional Barolo.
Located in the heart of Castiglione Falletto, the domaine is built around a unique jewel: Bricco Boschis, the estate’s monopole, considered one of the most constant, profound and historically important crus of the commune. For nearly a century, Cavallotto has upheld an artisanal vision rooted in precision, patience, tradition and a deep respect for the identity of Castiglione Falletto.
Terroir & Viticulture
The domaine covers 25 hectares across two major terroirs:
- Bricco Boschis (monopole) – south and southwest-facing slopes, marl-limestone soils rich in fossil sediments, structural density and exceptional longevity.
- Vignolo – a neighbouring cru with a slightly cooler orientation, offering a more lifted and taut profile with precise tannins.
Viticulture is sustainable, based on natural soil management, controlled cover crops, limited interventions, strict yield control, and meticulous hand-harvesting. Old vines play a crucial role, their deep roots delivering balance, uniform ripening and a particularly pure expression of Nebbiolo.
Winemaking & Ageing
Cavallotto is one of the pillars of traditional Barolo. Its stylistic identity relies on a slow, patient, non-interventionist approach:
- long fermentations,
- extended macerations with natural, progressive extraction,
- prolonged ageing in large Slavonian botti,
- no use of new oak,
- bottling without unnecessary technology, true to the vintage.
This time-honoured approach yields serious, vertical, deep wines built for long ageing.
Wine Style
Cavallotto wines are defined by:
- precise aromatics (dried rose, red fruits, fine spices, balsamic notes),
- firm yet noble tannins,
- a subtle mineral backbone,
- slow, elegant evolution,
- exceptional ageing potential (20–30 years, often more).
The quintessential expression of Castiglione Falletto: purity, linearity, precision and noble structure.
Signature Wines
| Wine | Description |
|---|---|
| Barolo Bricco Boschis | The domaine’s flagship wine. Depth, density, tension and controlled power — a benchmark of traditional Barolo. |
| Barolo Vignolo | More lifted, elegant and subtle. Fine tannins, long finish, crystalline expression of the terroir. |
| Barbera d’Alba | Juicy, bright and energetic, with natural balance and immediate drinkability. |
| Dolcetto d’Alba “Vigna Scot” | Vibrant, textured and delicious, with dense fruit at the core and excellent energy. |
Why Discover Domaine Cavallotto?
Because it offers one of the most faithful, pure and long-lived expressions of traditional Nebbiolo from Castiglione Falletto. Because its wines combine depth, linearity, sincerity and extraordinary ageing potential. Because Cavallotto remains one of the rare estates to embody, without compromise, the authentic, rigorous and timeless style of classic Barolo.
