Gianfranco Alessandria

Barolo DOCG - San Giovanni - Magnum - Wooden Case - Gianfranco Alessandria 2018

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Format: 150 cl

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Technical information

Producer	Gianfranco Alessandria
Name	Barolo DOCG
Variety	Nebbiolo
Vintage	2018
Gradation	14.5%
Format	150 cl
Aromatic profile	Roses, spices, red fruits, licorice
Vinification method	Steel fermentation, long maceration
Region	Piedmont
Production area	Langhe
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	Minimum 3 years
Type of cask	Large oak casks and barriques
Color	Garnet red
Serving temperature	18-20°C
Recommended consumption	To be drunk after some years of aging
Pairing	Red meats, game, aged cheeses

Description

The Barolo DOCG "San Giovanni" in Magnum format, presented in a prestigious wooden case, is a refined expression of the craftsmanship of Gianfranco Alessandria's winery. This wine represents the quintessence of the Barolo region, renowned for its robust and long-lived wines.

Exclusively produced with meticulously selected Nebbiolo grapes from vineyards located in the acclaimed Monforte d'Alba area, the Barolo "San Giovanni" undergoes a precise vinification process. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, followed by a long maturation in oak barrels, which helps to enhance the wine’s aromatic and tannic complexity.

The color of Barolo "San Giovanni" is intensely garnet with reflections that tend to become amber with aging. On the nose, it reveals a complex and enveloping bouquet ranging from ripe red fruits such as cherry and plum, to spicy notes of tobacco and black pepper, with hints of dried flowers and leather.

On the palate, the wine presents a powerful yet elegant structure, balanced by good acidity and robust but finely polished tannins. The persistence of the taste is remarkable, leaving a long aromatic trail that invites another sip.

Ideal for accompanying rich and flavorful dishes such as braised meats, game, and aged cheeses, the Barolo "San Giovanni" Magnum proves to be a wine with great aging potential, improving with years in the cellar. Its presentation in a wooden case also makes it an excellent option for a meaningful gift for fine wine enthusiasts.

The winery

Gianfranco Alessandria – Winery in Piemonte

Discover the story and wines of Gianfranco Alessandria.

Small family-owned winery based in Monforte d'Alba (Langhe), producing Barolo, Barbera, Dolcetto and other typical local wines. Vineyards located in the MGA Bussia San Giovanni.

Region: Piemonte

Country: Italia

Grapes: Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto

Family-run winery located in Monforte d'Alba. Vineyards and production focused on Nebbiolo, Barbera and Dolcetto. Approximately 7 hectares of vineyard. Manual vineyard work, cluster selection, and aging in small barrels. Family leadership preserved; daughters Vittoria and Marta are involved.

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Winery history

This is a family story: parents Giuseppe and Vittorina worked the land and, after his father's death, Gianfranco took over and developed the business beginning in 1986. Over time the winery has modernized certain cellar processes while retaining a strong artisanal character, and has passed on expertise to daughters Vittoria and Marta.

Production philosophy

Slogan and practical approach: "we make wine in the vineyard". Field work is mostly manual, careful selection of grape clusters, temperature-controlled fermentations of short to medium duration and aging in small wooden barrels; guiding principle: respect for the terroir and natural methods with selective interventions in the vineyard and in the cellar.

Terroir and vineyards

Monforte d'Alba, Langhe, Piedmont, Italy. Vineyards are predominantly southeast-facing in the San Giovanni/Bussia cru area.

Awards and recognitions

The winery and some of its vintages have received mentions and awards in magazines and competitions; online trade sources also refer to recognitions and to ratings and praise from importers and critics for various vintages.