GIACOMO FENOCCHIO 2021 BAROLO

This estate's traditional style is in its most accessible form here when it comes to their Barolos. It comes from a hectare plot in Monforte d'Alba, and has a more open profile. Mixing the grounded, earthy, and woodsy with the etheral, you can find warming cinnamon bark and star anise joining strawberry and blood orange peel, rose and eucalyptus. Its inner brightness is tucked within the shroud of flavors, and the tannins are broad and pleasantly drying. The best experience still lies in front of it, but you can experience the wonderfully natural character of Fenocchio's style now with a couple of hours in the decanter. Don't forget the classic pairings like mushroom risotto (porcini, morels...), rich stews, and braised meats in a savory wine sauce.