This Giacomo Borgogno Barolo 1999 is a majestic DOCG from Piedmont, 100% Nebbiolo. Intense garnet color, complex aroma of rose, licorice, and spices. Robust, velvety taste, with noble tannins and a persistent finish. Aged in oak barrels, ideal with red meats and aged cheeses, at 18-20°C.
Italy - Piedmont Dry Red Wine, DOCG Nebbiolo 100%
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Colour
Intense garnet red with orange reflections.
Bouquet
Complex, ethereal, with notes of dried rose, violet, licorice, spices, truffle, tar, and leather.
Taste
Dry, robust, full-bodied, velvety, harmonious, with noble tannins and a persistent finish. Excellent structure and acidity.
Alcohol content
13.5% - 14.5%
Type of glass
Large Balon glass, Grand Cru, or large Bordeaux glass for aged wines.
Pairings
Roasted or braised red meats, game, truffle, aged cheeses, rich and complex dishes.
Refinement
Long aging in large Slavonian oak barrels. Then several years in the bottle.
Vinification
Traditional fermentation with long maceration on the skins in stainless steel or concrete tanks. Temperature control.
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