Bruno Giacosa’s Barolo is a classic Nebbiolo from the producer’s Langhe holdings (notably the Falletto/Serralunga area)…Bruno Giacosa’s Barolo is a classic Nebbiolo from the producer’s Langhe holdings (notably the Falletto/Serralunga area) that marries the village’s muscular structure with Giacosa’s hallmark elegance — think rose and red-fruit perfume edged…Learn More »
$236
/750ml
2016 Retail Average
94
/100
2016 Pro Rating
Subtle dark cherry and plum emerge first in the 2016 Bruno Giacosa Barolo, then gain depth with notes of warm spice, dried herbs and a touch of rose. The palate is focused and full, driven by lively acidity and firmly woven yet refined tannins that give a linear, energetic feel and a long, sweet-fruited finish. This vintage shows both approachability and serious structure, promising increasing complexity with time in bottle.
Truffle tajarin pasta; Braised veal shank (ossobuco); Porcini mushroom risotto
Bruno Giacosa’s Barolo is a classic Nebbiolo from the producer’s Langhe holdings (notably the Falletto/Serralunga area) that marries the village’s muscular structure with Giacosa’s hallmark elegance — think rose and red-fruit perfume edged with spice, tar and mineral notes, firm yet refined tannins, and long ageing potential from maturation in large oak botti. It’s built for long cellaring but also shows the transparency of terroir and a silky, persistent finish that distinguishes Giacosa’s top Piedmontese wines.