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Vigna Giachini

2004 Barolo Red Blend

Fratelli Revello Vigna Giachini is an exquisite red blend from the renowned Barolo region, showcasing the remarkable richness and elegance typical of this famed Italian appellation. With a captivating ruby hue, this wine exudes a delightful bouquet of dark cherries and ripe plums, intertwined with alluring notes of tobacco and leather, enhancing its complexity. The mouthfeel is full-bodied and robust, perfectly balancing the vibrant acidity that delivers a refreshing lift on the palate. Tannins are finely integrated, providing structure and depth without overwhelming, while the dryness adds to its sophisticated allure. This vintage offers a wonderful example of how Barolo wines can age gracefully, revealing layers of flavor and aromatic finesse that is truly enchanting. Enjoyable now, it also holds the promise of further development for those patient enough to cellar it.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Barolo

Revered as the "king of wines" and the "wine of kings," Barolo is one of Italy's top red wines. Don't let its pale color fool you—a good Barolo packs a serious punch. Barolo is made from Nebbiolo, a grape that is famously complex, with a love-it-or-hate-it potpourri aroma often described as "tar and roses." As well as these savory and floral notes, other flavors you might find in your glass include red cherry, star anise and leather. While there are a lot of good Nebbiolo wines made in Piedmont, to gain the name "Barolo" a wine must come from the Barolo region. The wine also needs to spend 40 months aging before release, with at least 18 of those months spent in oak barrels. The DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) classification is the top tier for Italian wine classifications. It controls production methods and wine quality. Strict rules oversee the production of DOCG designated wines, including allowed varietals, winemaking procedures, barrel and bottle aging methods, grape ripeness and limits on grape yields during harvest. DOCG wines are also required to be officially tasted. DOCG bottles have numbered government seals across the neck of the bottle to prevent forgery.

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