Bruno Giacosa – Barbaresco Asili Riserva 2011 – Piedmont Italy

Bruno Giacosa Barbaresco Asili Riserva 2011 is a single-vineyard 100% Nebbiolo from the Asili cru in Barbaresco, combining violet, red fruit and orange peel with silky tannins and a long, refined finish.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Nebbiolo
• Region / Appellation: Barbaresco DOCG, Piedmont, Italy
• Vineyard: Asili, Village of Barbaresco
• Vintage: 2011
• Aging: 18 months in French oak followed by 24 months in bottle
• Alcohol: 14.5%
• Special Note: 2.8-hectare south-facing vineyard; harvested September 20–21, 2011
• Style: Refined, structured, age-worthy dry red

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

Violet, orange peel and red fruit lead into cherry, raspberry, herbs, mineral and tobacco notes. The palate is elegant and finely structured, with silky tannins, freshness and a long, persistent finish.

❤️ Why We Love It

• A red-label Riserva from one of Barbaresco’s most important single vineyards
• Exact-vintage technical data documents traditional élevage and a long bottle refinement
• Combines Nebbiolo perfume and finesse with serious structure and aging potential

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Braised veal or osso buco
• Porcini mushroom risotto
• Aged Parmigiano Reggiano or Piedmontese cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of traditional Barbaresco
✓ Drinkers who value perfume, silky tannins and long aging potential
✕ Not ideal if you prefer soft, fruit-forward reds

🏅 Scores

99 Points – James Suckling
96 Points – Stephen Tanzer
95 Points – Wine Advocate
94 Points – Wine Spectator