Barolo Riserva 1996

BORGOGNO

Barolo Riserva
1996

$274.00

* Retail price including taxes and service fees if applicable
Service fees
$ 0.00
Product code
14295444
Format
1 x 750ml
Listing type
Courrier Vinicole
Status
Unavailable
Type of product
Still wine
Licensee price
$238.38
Country
Italy
Regulated designation
Denominazione di origine controllata e garantita (DOCG)
Region
Piedmont
Appellation
Barolo
Classification
Riserva
Varietal(s)
Nebbiolo 100 %
Alcohol percentage
14%
Colour
Red
Sugar
Dry
Closure type
Cork
Producer's website

About this winery

Borgogno was established in 1761 by Bartolomeo Borgogno and has long been one of the most recognized names in Piedmont. Evidence of the estate's fame comes from the selection of Borgogno Barolo as the wine served at the celebration dinner for the Italian Unification in 1861. From this point on it was one of the House of Savoy's official suppliers and was regularly served to visiting dignitaries. Over the years the estate has acquired some beautiful holdings including vineyards in the Crus of...

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Press reviews

Wine Spectator

- 92 points -

2013 (Vintage 1996)

Élevage, mais plus frais que le '97, il offre des arômes et des saveurs de menthe, de menthol, de cerise et de réglisse, avec des touches de thé et d'épices. Racé et linéaire, présentant une finale longue et vibrante, cela reste un peu sec au final. Meilleur de 2016 à 2035.

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