Serio e Batista - Borgogno Barolo 2020 750ml DOCG (14% ABV)
Barolo is always a great gift! Decant for an hour and enjoy tonight, or hide away in your wine fridge for another 5-10 years.
a classy wine. Dried herbs, leather, tobacco, incense, crushed flowers and dried fruit are all laced together in an understated, nuanced Barolo that is loaded with character and complexity.
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“Fratelli Serio & Battista Borgogno is one of the most historic estates in Piedmont, with a number of core holdings in and around Cannubi. It’s been a number of years since I last tasted the wines, but I was quite taken with the two 2016 Barolos… Borgogno is an estate to watch.”–Antonio Galloni, Vinous
The rolling hillside vineyard of Cannubi, in which the Serio and Battista Borgogno winery is based, encompasses just under 15 hectares, about the same size as the prestigious Burgundy plot of Clos de la Roche (which will easily set you back $300 per bottle). Among the cognoscenti, Cannubi is held in the same esteem as any Grand Cru Pinot Noir vineyard in Burgundy. Its history as a place where great wine has always been produced is evident: the oldest surviving bottle of Barolo is labeled, “Cannubi -1752.”
While the history is important, it is the terroir, and resulting style that separates Cannubi from Barolo’s other vineyards. The crus of Serralunga and Monforte are known for their power, and to a certain extent, the Barolo DOCG as a whole enjoys the same reputation. The majesty of Cannubi lies in its lifted, floral aromatics with a palate characterized by elegance and approachable structure. As with all great wine, its requisite age-worthiness is undeniable, but unlike many Baroli, Cannubi brings uncommon pleasure in youth.
Francesco Borgogno established Fratelli Serio and Battista Borgogno in 1897. At the time his was the only winery on the Cannubi hill. He served as the mayor of the town of Barolo for more than 30 years, leading an informal association of growers and helping to solve problems in the vineyards and beyond. The estate has been in the family since its beginning, with fourth-generation sisters Anna and Paola Borgogno now handing the reins over to their daughters Emanuela and Federica.
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- 100% Nebbiolo mostly from vineyards in Novello
- 350 meters above sea level with calcareous and marl soils
- Maceration for 20-25 days in large oak casks, with frequent remontage
- Aged 18 months in large Slavonian oak, 25-40 hl followed by 6 months of aging in steel, plus 6 months in bottle
- Approximately 800 cases produced each year
Vinous – 93 Points
Embark on a journey through the majestic terroir of Piedmont with Serio e Battista Borgogno Cannubi Barolo 2020, a wine that epitomizes elegance and tradition. From the esteemed Borgogno estate emerges this captivating Barolo, boasting a symphony of ripe red fruits, roses, and spices. With each sip, immerse yourself in the velvety texture and refined tannins that define this esteemed wine, culminating in a graceful finish that lingers on the palate.
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