Name of Estate/Domaine:
Giacosa Fratelli, a family-owned winery with a long-standing tradition in producing classic Piedmontese wines.
Country/Region:
Italy, Piedmont – Barbaresco DOCG.
Grape/Blend: 100% Nebbiolo.
ABV: 14%
Tasting Notes:
- Appearance: Garnet red with orange hues developing with age.
- Aroma: Intense bouquet of rose petals, cherries, licorice, and earthy undertones.
- Palate: Elegant and structured with refined tannins, flavors of red berries, dried herbs, and a lingering mineral finish.
Terroir:
The vineyards are planted on calcareous clay and marl soils, contributing to the wine’s finesse and aging potential.
Viticulture:
- Hand-harvested Nebbiolo grapes from select hillside plots.
- Sustainable viticulture with attention to vine health and low yields.
Vinification:
- Traditional fermentation with extended maceration to extract color and tannin.
- Aged for at least two years in large Slavonian oak casks and additional time in bottle.
- Made in accordance with strict DOCG regulations to ensure authenticity and quality.
Food pairing:
- Truffle dishes, mushroom risotto, or braised meats.
- Aged cheeses such as Parmigiano-Reggiano or Taleggio.
- Osso buco or beef ragu pasta.
- Grilled game or venison with herbs.
Serve at 18°C and decant for at least 1 hour to allow full aromatic expression.
