# Brunate (Francesco Rinaldi & Figli)

> Red, Barolo DOCG by [Francesco Rinaldi & Figli](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/francesco-rinaldi-figli.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/francesco-rinaldi-figli-brunate).

- **Producer:** Francesco Rinaldi & Figli
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barolo DOCG
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo 100%
- **Cru / vineyard:** Brunate
- **Production area:** La Morra and Barolo, 2 hectares
- **Soil:** Prevalently limestone-clay with a slightly sandy composition.
- **Exposure:** Exceptional south and south-east exposure, altitude 250 to 350 meters in the central part of the subzone.
- **Vineyard planting:** 1979 to 1981
- **Vinification:** Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with an automatic pump-over system for 25-30 days, refined at least three years in large-capacity (5,000 L) Slavonian oak barrels.
- **Serving temperature:** 16-17°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25


## Summary

Cru Barolo from the Brunate vineyard on the Barolo/La Morra border, an inter-municipal cru of 2 hectares planted 1979-1981 and aged at least three years in large Slavonian oak. The old farmhouse La Brunata, on the vineyard, has belonged to the winery since its early days.

## Tasting notes

Dry, austere, flavorful and harmonious, with good phenolic concentration; elegant bouquet with fruity and spicy notes.