Cavallotto Barolo Riserva Bricco Boschis Vigna San Giuseppe 2019

At the heart of the Bricco Boschis lies a plot of just 2.38 hectares, which is considered the noblest corner of one of the most famous crus in the entire Barolo region: Vigna San Giuseppe. Here, on a medium slope with an ideal south-eastern exposure, 60-year-old Nebbiolo vines are rooted in the geological wonder that has shaped Cavallotto's wines for almost a century. It is the essence of Piedmontese winemaking, condensed into a few square metres – a monument to patience that is only vinified as a Riserva in the very best vintages. Good to know: The 2019 vintage is considered one of the most classic in recent history – a year that revived the great traditions of Barolo. Vigna San Giuseppe combines all the virtues of Bricco Boschi in its purest form: The complex geology of calcareous marl and layers of sand, the perfect drainage of the steep slopes, the unique microclimate that combines warm days with cool nights. The 60-year-old vines have sunk their roots deep into these ancient sea beds and produce grapes of exceptional concentration and elegance. The long ageing period – almost twice as long as the "normal" Bricco Boschis – gives the wine that unrivalled complexity and harmony that makes it one of the great Barolo wines of our time.

The 2019 reveals itself in a deep ruby red colour with garnet-red reflections. The bouquet is of overwhelming complexity: ripe Marasca cherries and dark plums in the centre, framed by violets, roasted spices, new leather and some Earl Grey tea. Mineral notes of slate and roasted earth merge with balsamic hints of eucalyptus and lavender. A majestic structure unfolds on the palate: powerful but never overpowering, with velvety tannins that elegantly envelop the intense fruit core. The acidity is lively and precise, the mineral length seems endless. A wine for generations – a monument to patience that will only reveal its true greatness in 10-15 years, but is already fascinating in its youthful vigour.