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Label 83321-23/6PK

Bruno Giacosa - Barbaresco Asili - 2023

Producer
Blend
100% Nebbiolo
Country
Italy
Region
Piemonte
Appellation
Barbaresco
UPC
0 15643 53199 6
Red Wine
Verified Stock
83321-23/6PK
Product Ratings
James Suckling 98pt

Sleek wine with plenty of finesse. The nose shines for the profound aromas of potpourri, licorice, watermelon and wild strawberries, as well as bark, dried violets and rhubarb root. Medium- to full-bodied, the tannins are velvety and ripe with thick volume on the mid-palate. Elegant and refined on the licorice-flavored finish. Fresh and long. Drink or hold.

by James Suckling, 2026

Estate

One of the legendary winemakers of the world, Bruno Giacosa crafted the most prestigious single-vineyard Barolo and Barbaresco wines during a career that spanned nearly eight decades. He joined the family business at the age of 15, representing the third generation of his Langhe winemaking family. Giacosa’s unfailing pursuit of perfection, his unrivaled palate and his intimate knowledge of vineyards in the Langhe quickly drew recognition and helped establish Piedmont as a leading wine region. In 1980, Giacosa began to acquire prime parcels in Serralunga d’Alba, La Morra and Barbaresco to produce wines that are rightly regarded as the finest expressions of Nebbiolo. His legacy rests with daughter Bruna, who continues to uphold her father’s winemaking philosophy to respect traditional techniques while using the best of modern technology. The goal is for each distinguished site to produce articulate, unique wines.

Description

The 2023 vintage was a challenging one, requiring careful vineyard management to contend with extreme weather. A mild, wet winter led to early budbreak in March, followed by a sudden cold spell in April that caused frost damage. Spring brought average rainfall, with a burst of intense rain from late May to early June that replenished soil moisture and supported vine growth. June and July experienced warm, dry conditions, with steady sunlight aiding fruit set and berry development. In mid-July, violent hailstorms swept across northern Italy, causing varying damage across vineyard sites and reducing crop yields. August and September experienced warm days, cool nights, and minimal rain, promoting excellent grape development. Harvest began in mid-September with Dolcetto and Arneis, extending into late October for Nebbiolo. While yields were below average due to weather challenges, fruit quality was high, with the wines display excellent balance, vibrant acidity, refined tannins and excellent aging potential.

Terroir

Asili represents one of the most important single vineyards of Barbaresco. Bruno Giacosa purchased vineyards in Asili in the 1980s, which now total 2.5 hectares.

Vinification

Fermentation and Maceration: 25 days in stainless steel vats Malolactic Fermentation: Developed Refinement: 18 months in big French oak barrels, 6 months in bottle Bottling: July 2025

Tasting Notes

Intense garnet color with orange highlights. Notes of red fruit and roses are found on the nose. On the palate, good structure is matched with freshness of fruit and sweet, silky tannins.