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Barolo DOCG - Falletto - Bruno Giacosa 2020

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Format: 75 cl

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Producer Bruno Giacosa
Name Barolo DOCG
Variety Nebbiolo
Vintage 2020
Gradation 14.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Roses, spices, red fruits, licorice
Vinification method Traditional fermentation in steel, long maceration
Region Piedmont
Production area Langhe
Country Italy
Type Red wine
Aging Minimum 3 years, of which 18 months in wood
Type of cask Large oak barrels
Color Intense ruby red
Serving temperature 18-20°C
Recommended consumption From 5 to 15 years
Pairing Red meats, game, aged cheeses

The Barolo DOCG "Falletto" by Bruno Giacosa is a wine that represents one of the highest examples of the expression of the Nebbiolo grape in the Piedmontese Langhe, in particular in the renowned area of ​​Serralunga d'Alba, where the Falletto vineyard is located. Bruno Giacosa, the undisputed master of Piedmontese winemaking, is known for his ability to create wines that combine power and elegance, with a dedication to quality and expression of terroir that has few equals.

This Barolo stands out for its intense garnet red color, with orange nuances that develop with aging. On the nose, "Falletto" offers a complex and layered olfactory profile, with notes of ripe red fruit, dried flowers, spices, tobacco and a light mineral touch, which testify to its richness and depth.

In the mouth, the wine expresses extraordinary elegance, with silky and well-integrated tannins that support a robust and complex structure. The acidity, typical of Nebbiolo, is perfectly balanced, guaranteeing a long tasting persistence and a broad and persistent finish, with a return of the olfactory notes and a pleasant minerality which confirms the high quality of the wine.

Ideal in combination with intense and tasty dishes, such as red meats, game, truffle-based dishes and mature cheeses, Bruno Giacosa's Barolo "Falletto" is also an excellent meditation wine, which enriches and evolves magnificently with the passing of the years. years, revealing new nuances and depths.


The winery

Bruno Giacosa – Winery in Piemonte

Discover the story and wines of Bruno Giacosa.

A historic Piedmontese winery based in Neive, renowned for its traditional expressions of Nebbiolo (Barbaresco and Barolo) and for wines such as Barbera, Dolcetto and Roero Arneis.
Region: Piemonte
Country: Italia
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.
Winery history
The Giacosa family has operated in the Langhe for generations: according to the company itself, the winery’s activity took shape as early as the late 19th century, with the purchase of a cellar in Neive in 1895. Bruno Giacosa built his reputation as a négociant by selecting exceptional grapes and was a pioneer of single-cru bottlings. In the following years the family expanded its vineyard holdings — among the most notable moves were the acquisition of the Falletto in Barolo and parcels in Barbaresco crus such as Asili and Rabajà — while continuing to produce wines also from grapes purchased from historic suppliers.
Production philosophy
Strong focus on the relationship with the land: rigorous grape selection, minimal intervention in the cellar and respect for traditional Nebbiolo winemaking techniques. The estate prioritizes quality over quantity and, according to historical sources, does not bottle vintages it deems insufficient.
Terroir and vineyards
Operates in the Langhe with roots in Neive; its wines come from key areas of Barbaresco and Barolo, including vineyards and plots in Serralunga d'Alba and historic Barbaresco crus such as Asili and Rabajà.
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.

Official Awards

Expert Prize Description Vintage
Gambero Rosso 2 Bicchieri Rossi - Un vino eccellente 2016
Veronelli 2 Stelle 2013
Veronelli 3 Stelle 2016
Vitae AIS 4 Viti 2016
Bibenda 5 Grappoli d'uva 2016
Decanter 90+ 2016
James Suckling 90+ 2012
James Suckling 90+ 2015
James Suckling 90+ 2016
James Suckling 90+ 2017
Robert Parker 90+ 2012
Robert Parker 90+ 2014
Robert Parker 90+ 2015
Wine Spectator 90+ 2016
Wine Spectator 90+ 2017