# San Giovanni (Broccardo)

> Red, Barolo DOCG by [Broccardo](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/broccardo.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/broccardo-san-giovanni).

- **Producer:** Broccardo
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barolo DOCG
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo 100%
- **Cru / vineyard:** San Giovanni
- **Production area:** Monforte d'Alba, about 400 m above sea level
- **Soil:** Limestone and clay
- **Exposure:** East, west
- **Harvest:** Mid to late October, by hand
- **Vineyard planting:** Vines about 30 years old
- **Vinification:** Destemming and crushing, controlled fermentation at 28 C, about 20 days of maceration. Malolactic fermentation in steel in November. Ageing vessels of 35 hl, new to 10 years old. At least 10 months in bottle before release.
- **Serving temperature:** 18 to 20 C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-30


## Summary

Barolo from San Giovanni, a historic vineyard owned by the Broccardo family in Monforte d'Alba. 14.5% alcohol.

## Tasting notes

Deep ruby turning garnet. Fresh and vigorous, with forest-floor notes and a spicy finish; balanced acidity, tannin and structure. Keeps for more than 20 years.

## Food pairings

Well-aged cheeses, flavourful meats and dishes with white Alba truffle.