Terroir and Winemaking
Vineyards: Various in the villages of Monteu Roero, Santo Stefano Roero and Vezza d’Alba
Exposure: Southwest and West
Age of vines: 18-25 years old
Fermentation and maceration: 15 days in stainless steel vats
Malolactic fermentation: completely developed
Refinement: 14 months in oak
Total acidity: 5.6 g/L
pH: 3.55
Total extract: 28.5 g/L
Tasting Notes
The nose presents intense aromas of red fruit, blackcurrants, and raspberries. The wine is well-balanced with a persistent finish.
Estate
One of the legendary winemakers of the world, Bruno Giacosa crafted the most prestigious single-vineyard Barolo and Barbaresco wines during a career that spanned nearly eight decades. He joined the family business at the age of 15, representing the third generation of his Langhe winemaking family. Giacosa’s unfailing pursuit of perfection, his unrivaled palate and his intimate knowledge of vineyards in the Langhe quickly drew recognition and helped establish Piedmont as a leading wine region. In 1980, Giacosa began to acquire prime parcels in Serralunga d’Alba, La Morra and Barbaresco to produce wines that are rightly regarded as the finest expressions of Nebbiolo. His legacy rests with daughter Bruna, who continues to uphold her father’s winemaking philosophy to respect traditional techniques while using the best of modern technology. The goal is for each distinguished site to produce articulate, unique wines.