Giacomo Fenocchio, Barolo 2020
Product Information
Country Italy
Region Piedmont
Grape Variety Nebbiolo
Vintage 2020
ABV 14.5%
Crafted in the heart of Monforte d’Alba, Giacomo Fenocchio Barolo 2020 is a shining example of traditional Barolo winemaking from Piedmont, marrying time-honoured techniques with the purity of Nebbiolo grapes. This exceptional red wine offers structure, complexity, and aging potential, making it an outstanding choice for collectors and connoisseurs alike.
Key Features:
• Altitude: 350 meters above sea level
• Soil Type: Helvetian – sand, clay, and calcareous marl
• Average Vine Age: 20 years
• Harvest Period: Early October
• Production Method:
o Natural fermentation with indigenous yeasts
o Long maceration of up to 40 days in stainless steel
o Aged 6 months in stainless steel, followed by 30 months in large Slavonian oak casks (25–35 hl)
o Bottle-aged before release.
• Annual Production: Approximately 7,000 bottles
Tasting Notes
This classic Barolo red wine displays a deep garnet hue that evolves toward orange with age. The bouquet is rich and multi-layered, featuring ripe cherry, plum, dried roses, tobacco, and spice, with subtle hints of leather, hallmarks of top-tier Nebbiolo from Piedmont.
On the palate, it delivers elegant power, with refined tannins, balanced acidity, and an enduring finish. Mineral tones and forest floor notes emerge as the wine opens, adding layers of nuance and complexity.
Discover the Elegance of Tradition – Giacomo Fenocchio
When Claudio Fenocchio took over the historic Fenocchio winery from his father Giacomo in 1989, the debate between modernist and traditionalist winemaking styles in Barolo wine production was at its peak. Rather than choosing sides, he embraced a unique path often described as radical traditionalism in Barolo winemaking. Today, Claudio Fenocchio’s Barolo wines from Piedmont, Italy are celebrated for their ability to be elegant and approachable Barolos in their youth, while also possessing remarkable ageing potential.
As the fifth-generation winemaker in the Fenocchio family, Claudio remains committed to crafting authentic Barolo wines that express the terroir of Monforte d’Alba and surrounding vineyards. He honours his family’s deep-rooted legacy while continuously striving to elevate quality through careful innovation. His dedication has made Fenocchio Barolo wines a benchmark for those seeking classic, age-worthy Italian red wines from the Langhe region.
