Barbera D'Alba DOC - Bruno Giacosa 2023

Name: Barbera D'Alba DOC - Bruno Giacosa
Brand: Bruno Giacosa
SKU: GIU-8685
Price: 42.67 EUR
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Barbera · Barbera d'Alba DOC · 75 cl · 2023

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Producer	Bruno Giacosa
Name	Barbera d'Alba DOC
Variety	Barbera
Vintage	2023
Gradation	14.0%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Cherry, wild berries, violet
Vinification method	20 days maceration in stainless steel; full malolactic
Region	Piedmont
Production area	Vineyards in Neive and Alba (Langhe)
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	14 months ageing in oak
Type of cask	Large oak barrels
Color	Intense ruby red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	Improves in bottle over several years
Pairing	Roasts, boiled meats, game, flavorful cheeses

Descrizione

The Barbera d'Alba DOC offered by Bruno Giacosa is a classically styled red wine intended for everyday drinking but made with careful attention. With a lively ruby color and slight violet hues, it opens on the nose with a fragrant profile of red fruits — cherry and plum — accompanied by floral touches and a hint of spice. The bouquet retains a freshness that invites tasting without being aggressive, providing a clear balance between fruity aromas and more restrained notes.

On the palate it shows good vitality: balanced acidity, soft tannins and medium body that encourage drinkability and versatility in pairings. Clear finish of moderate persistence, suitable for regular consumption. Pairs with cured meats, pasta with ragù, simply roasted meats and semi-mature cheeses; appropriate for informal lunches and simple dinners. Serve around 16–18 °C and allow a few minutes of breathing to fully appreciate its character.

The winery

Bruno Giacosa – Winery in Piedmont (Langhe)

Discover the story and wines of Bruno Giacosa.

Historic Piedmont producer (based in Neive), renowned for single-vineyard Barbaresco and Barolo. Owner of Azienda Agricola Falletto; recognised for strict grape selection and an updated-traditional winemaking style.

Region: Piedmont (Langhe)

Country: Italy

Founded: 1895

Grapes: Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto, Arneis, Grignolino, Chardonnay

Pioneer of single-cru bottlings in Barbaresco. A renowned Nebbiolo traditionalist using extended maceration and aging in large casks. Estate holdings and production are divided between Casa Vinicola Bruno Giacosa and Azienda Agricola Falletto. Historic headquarters in Neive. The company reports managing approximately 50 hectares of vineyards and a declared production capacity of around 600,000 bottles per year.

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Winery history

Family-rooted firm; Bruno Giacosa bottled wines from the 1960s, originally working as a commerciante buying selected grapes. He later acquired premier cru vineyards (including Falletto in Serralunga and parcels in Asili and Rabajà). Bruno Giacosa died on 21 January 2018; stewardship continued with his daughters.

Production philosophy

An 'updated-traditional' approach: strict focus on grape quality, long macerations, use of large casks and a move to French oak for ageing. Very selective policy—wines are declassified or not bottled if they do not meet standards.

Terroir and vineyards

Langhe (Piedmont). Based in Neive; estate holdings and historic parcels include Falletto (Serralunga d'Alba) and Barbaresco crus such as Asili and Rabajà, with presence across key MGA of Barolo and Barbaresco.

Awards and recognitions

Recognitions and honors: among the publicly reported honors, Bruno Giacosa was awarded an honorary degree by the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Bra.