Wine Description
Made from 100% Nebbiolo from the prestigious Asili vineyard. This clayey, sandy and south-west facing parcel yields only 1.2 tons per acre, an extremely low yield for the area. After fermentation, the wine is aged in French oak for 30 months to obtain greater elegance and finesse. This singe-vineyard Barbaresco is also aged several months in bottle to ensure optimal enjoyment upon release from the winery.
Tasting Notes
On the nose, this wonderful Barbaresco offers rich aromas of ripe black cherry, raspberry, cedar, chocolate, truffle, and resin. Big, thick, and ripe, yet elegant and refined, this wine has a juicy acidity that is backed up by several layers of rich fruit. Recommended with roasted or grilled red and white meats, barbecued sausages, game and veal casseroles. Also delicious with medium-aged and sharp cheese.
Reviews
Gambero Rosso - October 2009
Gambero Rosso 2010
Recipient of Italy's coveted "Tre Bicchieri", or 3 Glasses award for 2010
Tre Bicchieri Recipient
Wine Spectator - December 15, 2008
“This is a delicate at first, but then turns to a solid, tannic and structured red, with loads of plum and light toasty oak. It’s all on the finish. Give this time to show what it has...."
93 points
Wine Spectator - December 15, 2008
“This is a delicate at first, but then turns to a solid, tannic and structured red, with loads of plum and light toasty oak. It’s all on the finish. Give this time to show what it has...."
93 points
Wine Advocate - Issue #179/October 31, 2008
“Giacosa’s 2005 Barbaresco Asili is noticeably rounder, sweeter and denser than the Santo Stefano. It shows remarkable balance and harmony in an incredibly pure, graceful style. The tannins are so finessed and elegant it is hard to actually perceive them on the palate. Here too, the wine shows awesome inner balance and poise. Sweet raspberries, flowers, roses and spices are just some of the nuances that emerge from this incredibly delicious, promising Barbaresco.”
95 points
