Barolo Docg Cannubi Boschis – Virna Borgogno

Grown in one of the most highly regarded Barolo Crus, the Virna Borgogno Barolo Cannubi Boschis has become a classic and delicious example of the region.

The Cannubi Cru in Barolo, though one of the largest, is also one of the most sought-after due to its unique combination of soils, yielding light and powerful wines, like an iron fist in a velvet glove.

Vinification: After a soft pressing and 10-12 days of maceration, the Virna Borgogno Barolo Cannubi Boschis sits in steel tanks until spring, when malolactic fermentation completes. Half of the wine then spends 18 months in large oak tonneaux (500 litres), and the other half is placed in smaller Slavonian oak barriques for 6-12 months. After this ageing process, it is bottled and allowed to settle for another year, after which it is ready for release.

Tasting Note: This wine has a whole bouquet with sweet red berries, cocoa, and tar aromas; it is delicious when decanted but will be even more delicious in 4 to 5 years. The palate is elegant and powerful at the same time, full-bodied but with silky tannins and flavours of dried cherry, baking spices, truffles, and toasted hazelnut. The finish is slightly dry.