90pts Wine Spectator

Bright and pure, exuding blackberry, blueberry and floral flavors allied to a smooth profile. Solid, with mouthwatering acidity lending freshness throughout. Shows fine length. Drink now.

Winemaker Notes

Very intense ruby red. Vinous and persistent bouquet, which tends to be ethereal with moderate aging in the bottle.

Perfect to pair with pasta dishes with meat sauce or with pork meat dishes and spicy cheeses.

Barbera d’Alba goes well with cured meats, stuffed onions of the Piedmontese tradition, first courses with meat. Traveling in Europe in Spain with Valencian paella. In France Savoyard fondue, croque monsieur (sandwich of cheese and cooked ham). In Armenia, khorovadz (skewers of grilled meat with rice). In Greece the Moussaka (tasty dish of minced meat and aubergines). Going to Japan we can combine with meat and fish cooked according to the tataki method. In Thailand, on the other hand, pad thai (grilled pasta with eggs and spices).

About The Winery

Giacomo Borgogno & Figli is considered a dynasty of Barolo. This historic house prides itself as being a harbinger of the traditional style. The estate was founded in 1761, although today the family cites 1848 as the date of official establishment, coinciding with a document dated 1848 that attests to Borgogno’s first wine sale. The vineyards, approximately 50 acres (20.25 ha) thereof, are found in the greatest sites within the Barolo commune including Liste, San Pietro delle Viole and Rue.