But let's focus on what truly matters—the wine itself. At first glance, the Boroli Barbera d'Alba sparkles in the glass with a rich ruby hue. You immediately sense that you're about to embark on an experience that is both rich and exhilarating. You're greeted by an exuberant bouquet of ripe red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, complemented by subtle hints of herbs and flowers. As you inhale more deeply, notes of licorice, earth, and a touch of tobacco can awaken your senses. A sip of this wine is a dance on the palate. Juicy red fruit first floods your taste buds, followed by an exciting interplay of soft tannins and vibrant acidity. It's a wine of both power and elegance, with a medium body that is perfectly balanced. The finish is long, with a subtle spiciness and a touch of minerality characteristic of the Alba terroir. The Boroli Barbera d'Alba is more than just a wine. It's an expression of a place, a family, and generations of dedication and love for winemaking. Drinking it is a journey through time and space, and an opportunity to experience the true essence of Piedmont in every sip. This Boroli Barbera d'Alba is aged in oak for six months, making it a peer of the finest Barbera d'Alba from Italy.
Boroli Barbera d'Alba 1661
How this wine tastes
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Flavour profile
When you open a bottle of Boroli Barbera d'Alba, an intriguing story unfolds, stretching across the Italian landscape, rich in history and passion. Deeply rooted in the Piedmont region, the Boroli family has a history as rich and captivating as the wines they produce. Dating back to the 1990s, when the family began their winemaking journey, they have created a legacy of dedication to quality and authenticity. Every bottle they produce reflects their commitment to the land and their ancestors.
Body
Sweetness
Acidity
Tannins
- Complexity
- Moderately complex
Aromas & flavours
Grape & vineyard
Winemaking & ageing
From vineyard to bottle
The origin, grapes and craftsmanship behind this wine.
When you open a bottle of Boroli Barbera d'Alba, an intriguing story unfolds, stretching across the Italian landscape, rich in history and passion. Deeply rooted in the Piedmont region, the Boroli family has a history as rich and captivating as the wines they produce. Dating back to the 1990s, when the family began their winemaking journey, they have created a legacy of dedication to quality and authenticity. Every bottle they produce reflects their commitment to the land and their ancestors.
Herkomst & details
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The wine
Red · Barbara · 2023
Origin & winery
Italy · Piedmont
- Producer
- Boroli
- Winery websiteWebsite
- www.boroli.it (opens in a new tab)
- Country
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Italy
- Region
- Piedmont
- Area
- Alba
- Appellation
- -
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Terroir & maturation
6 months on wood
- Soil
- -
- Maturation
- 6 months on wood
- Oak aged
- Yes
- Single grape variety
- Yes
- Sparkling
- No
- Malolactic conversion
- Yes
Serving & cellaring
Pork,
Earthy vegetarian dishes
- Ideal serving temperature
- 16° - 18°C
- Drinking Window
- 2024–2028
- Food Pairing
- Pork,
Earthy vegetarian dishes
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