# Barolo Chinato (Giacomo Borgogno & Figli)

> Fortified, Barolo Chinato (vino aromatizzato) by [Giacomo Borgogno & Figli](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/giacomo-borgogno-figli.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/giacomo-borgogno-figli-barolo-chinato).

- **Producer:** Giacomo Borgogno & Figli
- **Style:** Fortified
- **Denomination:** Barolo Chinato (vino aromatizzato)
- **Grape:** Barolo DOCG wine base
- **Vinification:** Starts from 100% Barolo DOCG wine. An infusion of 46 aromatic herbs (including vanilla, cloves, gentian, rhubarb, sandal, cardamom, calamus and mace) macerates in hydroalcoholic solutions for 35 to 70 days. Two quinine varieties from Cinchona bark are used, Calisaya and Soccirubra.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

A chinato made on 100% Barolo DOCG wine with 46 herbs and Cinchona bark quinine.

## Tasting notes

Red with amber and garnet highlights. Typical hints of leather. Smooth, round, with a long finish.

## Food pairings

Neat, on the rocks, with hot water or with dark chocolate; as an aperitif, refreshing drink, cocktail base, digestive or herbal tea