Giacosa Fratelli | Barbaresco (DOCG)

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.

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