Red
Asili
By Bruno Giacosa, Barbaresco, Piemonte, Italy
Asili, acquired by Giacosa in 1996, is one of Barbaresco's two finest crus and produces the estate's most sought-after Barbaresco.
Tasting notes
Rose petals and red berries with intertwined notes of chocolate and Indian spice. Concentrated and pure, with taut structure and plentiful tannins that need time.
Technical details
- Style
- Red
- Denomination
- Barbaresco DOCG
- Grape
- Nebbiolo
- Cru / vineyard
- Asili
- Production area
- Barbaresco
- Vinification
- Fermentation in stainless steel for two to three weeks, followed by extended ageing in large French oak botti.
- Serving temperature
- Serve at 18°C
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