Barolo is called the king of Italian wine. Made from Piedmont's Nebbiolo, it is a long-lived, noble red. Here is its appeal from a regional view.
What is Barolo
Barolo is a red wine made in the Langhe area of Piedmont, in northwestern Italy. Born from 100 percent Nebbiolo, it grows on hills across eleven villages. It must be released only after long aging, and is a great cru recognized at Italy's highest DOCG rank.
Flavor profile
A pale, garnet-tinged color with complex aromas of rose, violet, dried fruit, spice, and leather. Powerful tannins and high acidity unfold slowly and gracefully over many years.
Food pairings
It pairs with roast and braised red meat, game, aged cheese, and truffle dishes, and other hearty fare. A bottle made for a special occasion.
A note on serving
Serve at 16 to 18C in a larger glass. Decant young vintages early to let the aromas open.
A wine for this topic
A Barolo from the village of Serralunga, Rivetto's Barolo del Comune di Serralunga. A bottle to taste the nobility of the king's wine.
To know the grape itself, see What Is Nebbiolo? too.
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