{"product_id":"barolo-bruno-giacosa-2021-75cl","title":"Barolo, Bruno Giacosa 2021 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the Giacosa Barolo to reach for when you want the estate's classical hand without committing to a single-cru bottle. The 2021 draws Nebbiolo from within the Barolo commune and offers a genuine window into the Giacosa philosophy at a comparatively gentler price.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBruno Giacosa built one of Piedmont's most revered estates on a simple principle: great sites, minimal intervention, long ageing in large oak. This straight Barolo bottling holds to that creed, giving a wine that speaks clearly of the Langhe hills without the extra weight and expense of the top crus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the glass it shows the classic Nebbiolo signature — dried rose and tar, red cherry and cranberry, dried orange peel, leather and a savoury earthiness. The tannins are firm and grippy in the traditional style, the acidity lively, the finish long and mineral. Pale garnet in colour, serious in intent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt around £190 this is a fine introduction to Giacosa and to traditional Barolo. The 2021 is classical and needs a little time; it will drink well from around 2027 and hold comfortably for a decade or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Serve\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe at 17–18°C in a large Burgundy bowl. Decant two hours ahead if drinking young — Nebbiolo tannins soften considerably with air.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Drink It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrullo, Islington — a wine list that loves Piedmont. Bocca di Lupo, Soho — regional Italian done properly. Sartoria, Mayfair — for a classic Barolo evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSlow-braised beef shin with polenta is the honest Langhe answer. A mushroom risotto brings out the wine's earthy, autumnal side.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"House of Decant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56963740893508,"sku":"HO34903B21","price":189.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0858\/2551\/9940\/files\/HO34903B21.png?v=1784038891","url":"https:\/\/checkout.houseofdecant.com\/products\/barolo-bruno-giacosa-2021-75cl","provider":"House of Decant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}