2020, Barolo Castellero, Giacomo Fenocchio

A classic Barolo with elegance and depth, showcasing the best of the Castellero vineyard.

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About the Winery: Giacomo Fenocchio is a historic winery located in Monforte d'Alba, Piedmont, known for its traditional approach to winemaking and producing high-quality Barolo wines. The winery has been family-run for generations, emphasizing terroir-driven wines with a focus on sustainability and authenticity.

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Grape Variety (Nebbiolo): Native to Piedmont, Nebbiolo is late-ripening and thin-skinned, yet naturally high in tannin and acidity, yielding wines with great structure and longevity. Typical notes include rose, violet, red cherry, tar, and truffle, with a pale garnet color that evolves to an orange-rim with age. It thrives on calcareous marl like Castellero, expressing nuanced minerality and remarkable aging potential.

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Appearance: Deep garnet red with a slight orange hue at the rim, typical of aged Nebbiolo.

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Aroma: Intense aromas of red cherries, rose petals, and hints of tar and truffle.

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Palate: Rich and complex with flavors of ripe red fruits, licorice, and earthy undertones, complemented by firm tannins and a long finish.

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Body: Full-bodied with a robust structure and elegant balance.

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Acidity: High acidity that provides freshness and enhances the wine's aging potential.

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Cellaring Potential: Best enjoyed from 2025 to 2040, with potential for further aging.

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Perfect Pairing: Ideal with braised beef, truffle risotto, or aged cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano.

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Serving Temperature: 18a€š°C

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The information on this wine is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. This information may be subject to change.