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 Vintage2018 Label 1 of 25 
TypeRed
ProducerBruno Giacosa (web)
VarietyNebbiolo
Designationn/a
VineyardValmaggiore
CountryItaly
RegionPiedmont
SubRegionAlba
AppellationNebbiolo d'Alba
UPC Code(s)8033028430162, 8033028430445

Drinking Windows and Values
Drinking window: Drink between 2022 and 2029 (based on 73 user opinions)

Community Tasting History

Community Tasting Notes (average 90 pts. and median of 90 pts. in 8 notes) - hiding notes with no text

 Tasted by PLLU on 12/14/2023 & rated 86 points: 2018 Nebbiolo D´Alba, Vigna Valmaggiore, Bruno Giacosa, 14,5%
Appearance: Pale intensity and Garnet Color
Nose: On the nose the wine was clean with medium - intensity and Primary aromas of Red fruit (Strawberries, Raspberries, Red Cherries); Floral (Rose, Elderflower); Herbal (Fennel), Secondary aromas from Malolactic fermentation (Cream); Light Tertiary aromas of Tobacco. This wine is developing.
Palate: Dry, Medium (+) Acidity, Medium Tannins; Medium - Body, High- Alcohol and Medium flavor Intensity. Primary aromas of Red fruit (Strawberries, Raspberries, Red Cherries); Floral (Rose, Elderflower); Herbal (Fennel), Secondary aromas from Malolactic fermentation (Cream); Light Tertiary aromas of Tobacco. Medium length.
Assessment of quality: Well Balanced fruit and acidity, Medium length and Medium - (nose)/Medium Flavor Intensity and High complexity of aromas/flavors gives a quality of Good.
Readiness for drinking: Pleasant to drink now but will tertiary flavors over time. Can drink now but have potential for aging. (259 views)
 Tasted by Arsene on 12/25/2021 & rated 89 points: Klar rød.
Deilige kirsebær. Marsipan og mandler.
Tørr, lett fatlig. Elegant og balansert.
Flott avslutning med mørke røde bær. (1449 views)
 Tasted by fdub on 8/11/2021 & rated 92 points: Paired really well with the tomato risotto. (1618 views)
 Tasted by Libbidog on 4/20/2021 & rated 90 points: Appearance
The wine is clear pale ruby.

Nose
The wine exhibits youthful primary aromas of cranberry, raspberry, red cherry, red plum, violets, and dried herbs.

Palate
The wine is dry with a medium body, high acid, high tannins, and high alcohol exhibiting medium primary flavors of red cherry, cranberry, raspberry, red plum, red currant, vanilla, and white pepper with a medium finish.

Conclusion
The quality of this wine is good. A classic nebbiolo profile. Tons of structure to age for a long time, but approachable now. Would be excellent with an acidic menu....tomato, moz, & basil drizzled with balsamic....a nice hearty pasta with a rich red sauce....or a neo pizza. Life and wine are good! (1637 views)

Professional 'Channels'
By James Button
Decanter, 2nd wines of Italy (10/22/2020)
(Bruno Giacosa, Valmaggiore, Nebbiolo d'Alba, Piedmont, Italy, Red) Subscribe to see review text.
By James Suckling
JamesSuckling.com (4/22/2020)
(Bruno Giacosa Nebbiolo d'Alba Vigna Valmaggiore, Red, Italy) Subscribe to see review text.
NOTE: Scores and reviews are the property of Decanter and JamesSuckling.com. (manage subscription channels)

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Bruno Giacosa

Producer website | Importer website
IMPORTANT: Please read this guide to ensure that you are cataloging your wine correctly.
Links: Ken Vastola's fabulous guide to Giacosa labels

WINES OF THE WINERY "AZIENDA AGRICOLA FALLETTO"The grapes are grown in the winery’s own vineyards and vinified in their cellars. These wines are sold with a label bearing the wording: "Azienda Agricola FALLETTO"– di Bruno Giacosa

Nebbiolo

Nebbiolo is a red grape indigenous to the Piedmont region of Italy in the Northwest. The grape can also be found in other parts of the world, though they are not as respected.

Nebbiolo is often considered the "king of red wines," as it is the grape of the famed wines of Barolo DOCG, Barbaresco DOCG, and Roero DOCG. It is known for high tannins and acidity, but with a distinct finesse. When grown on clay, Nebbiolo can be very powerful, tannic, and require long aging periods to reach its full potential. When grown on sand, the grape exhibits a more approachable body with more elegant fruit and less tannins, but still has high aging potential.

"Nebbiolo" is named for the Italian word, "nebbia", which means "fog", in Italian and rightfully so since there is generally a lot of fog in the foothills of Piedmont during harvest.

Nebbiolo is a late-ripening variety that does best in a continental climate that boasts moderate summers and long autumns. In Piedmont, Nebbiolo is normally harvested in October.

More links:
Varietal character (Appellation America) | Nebbiolo on CellarTracker

Valmaggiore

On weinlagen-info

Italy

Italian Wines (ItalianMade.com, The Italian Trade Commission) | Italian Wine Guide on the WineDoctor

Piedmont

Vignaioli Piemontesi (Italian only)
On weinlagen-info

Alba

Consorzio di Tutela Barolo Barbaresco Alba Langhe e Roero

Alba is a town and comune of Piedmont, Italy, in the province of Cuneo. It is considered the capital of the hilly area of Langhe, and is famous for the white truffle, peach and wine production. Piedmont is in the Northwestern region of Italy, bordering France and Switzerland. Piedmont is predominantly a plain where the water flows from the Swiss and French Alps to form the headwaters of the Po river. The major wine producing areas are in the southern portion of the region in the hills known as the "Langhe". Here the people speak a dialect that is 1/3 French and 2/3 Italian that portrays their historical roots. Their cuisine is one of the most creative and interesting in Italy. Nebbiolo is the King grape here, producing Barolo and Barbaresco. In addition, the Barbera and Dolcetto are the workhorse grapes that produce the largest quantity of wine. Piedmont is predominantly a red wine producing area. There are a few whites made in Piedmont, and the Moscato grape produces a large volume of sweet, semi-sweet and sparkling wines as well.

 
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