Description
If you appreciate high-quality Nebbiolo wines with a sense of place and a long aging trajectory, this is a fantastic choice. The unique terroir of the Asili vineyard (one of the best in Barbaresco) is offering a harmonious and elegant wine experience. While it’s enjoyable now, the 2009 vintage is still quite young and will continue to evolve beautifully over the next two decades.
Tasting Notes:
This vintage presents a deep garnet hue and offers an aromatic profile rich with floral notes, sweet cherry, strawberry, and hints of anise and menthol. On the palate, it is rich and elegant, with a long, satisfying finish balanced by dusty tannins.
Serving & Food Pairing:
Serve the 2009 Bruno Giacosa Barbaresco Asili at 16-18°C in a large Bordeaux glass to allow its aromas to fully open. It pairs beautifully with rich, savoury dishes like truffle risotto, braised veal, or roasted lamb with rosemary. For a unique pairing, try it with wild boar ragu or slow-cooked duck with figs.
Bruno Giacosa is one of Piedmont's most revered wineries, known for producing exceptional Barbaresco and Barolo wines. Founded in the 1960s, it quickly earned a reputation for quality due to Giacosa's commitment to traditional winemaking methods and his keen attention to vineyard selection. The winery’s focus on expressing the unique characteristics of each terroir has led to numerous highly regarded, age-worthy wines. Today, it remains a benchmark for Italian fine wine.
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Reviews
The 2009 vintage of Bruno Giacosa's Barbaresco Asili has received notable acclaim from wine critics. James Suckling awarded it a score of 93 points, highlighting its "beautiful aromas of plums and chocolate" and describing it as "a full body, with fine tannins and a focused finish."