# Barolo Riserva DOCG (2016)

- **Producer:** Giacomo Borgogno & Figli
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Nebbiolo
- **Region:** Piemonte, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €172
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 18–20 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** rose, red plum, liquorice, red cherry, forest floor, white truffle, tobacco, tar, walnut, cedar, meaty, iron, camphor, hazelnuts, bark

## About this wine

Giacomo Borgogno & Figli Barolo Riserva 2016 is a distinguished red wine from the Barolo DOCG appellation in Piedmont, Italy. The estate, with a history dating back to 1761, is one of the oldest in the Langhe region. The Farinetti family acquired the winery in 2008, continuing its commitment to traditional winemaking. The 'Riserva' designation indicates an extended aging period, a characteristic of Borgogno's style. The wine is made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, sourced from prestigious crus within the Barolo appellation. The estate transitioned to organic farming in 2015.

## Interesting facts

- Estate roots trace back to 1761.
- Wines served at Italian Unification celebration.
- Estate converted to organic farming in 2015.
- Aged in large Slavonian oak botti.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body, high tannins, and vibrant acidity are well-suited to rich, protein-heavy dishes. The tannins bind with proteins, softening the wine and enhancing the savory flavors of the food. Its complexity can stand up to robust flavors like those found in braised meats, game, and truffle-infused dishes.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process at Giacomo Borgogno & Figli for this Barolo Riserva emphasizes traditional methods. Grapes are fermented in concrete tanks using indigenous yeasts. Manual punch-downs are employed during fermentation. The wine then undergoes an extended aging period, with the Riserva designation requiring a minimum of 62 months of total aging, including at least 18 months in large Slavonian oak botti. The estate converted to organic farming in 2015.