Giacomo Borgogno e Figli
Langhe Nebbiolo No Name 2023
| Denomination | DOC Langhe Nebbiolo |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | Aged for about 3 years in large Slavonian oak barrels, followed by 6 months of bottle ageing. |
- "No Name" Identity: 100% Nebbiolo from Langhe DOC, a wine created as a protest against bureaucracy
- Traditional vinification: hand-harvested grapes, spontaneous fermentation, no filtration
- Extended ageing: 3 years in large Slavonian oak casks and 6 months in bottle
- Ethereal bouquet: notes of rose, violet, wild strawberry, raspberry, spices and a hint of tar
- Vintage and serving: 2023, 14% vol; decant for 1 hour and serve at 16–18°C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Borgogno No Name is a red wine of great character, capable of combining a deep profile with pleasant accessibility. A pure expression of the Nebbiolo grape variety, it was originally created as a protest against the bureaucracy of the wine world. On the palate, it is dry and harmonious, supported by a savoury freshness and elegant tannins that define its structure. The olfactory impression opens with an ethereal and floral bouquet, characterised by aromas of rose, wild strawberry and fine spices, with a slight earthy hint.
Where it comes from
This Piedmontese red originates in the Langhe Nebbiolo area, from vineyards located in the historic Barolo region. The vines sink their roots into calcareous-clay soils with a marl matrix, benefiting from southern exposures that favour balanced ripening. In these conditions, Nebbiolo expresses remarkable finesse and a well-defined structure. The Borgogno winery is a benchmark for Italian oenology, historically linked to key moments in the Unification of Italy, bearing witness to a deep connection with its territory of origin.
How it is produced
The process begins with manual harvesting and careful selection of the bunches. In the winery, spontaneous fermentation takes place with indigenous yeasts in cement or steel vats, with prolonged maceration to encourage polyphenolic extraction. After gentle pressing, the wine matures without undergoing any filtration, preserving its aromatic intensity. The ageing takes place for about three years in large Slavonian oak barrels, concluding with a period in bottle to define harmony and balance on the palate.
History and Curiosities
Born as a protest label against oenological bureaucracy, Borgogno No Name is a superb pure Nebbiolo with a soft and approachable profile. The historic winery, which played a leading role in the toasts for the Unification of Italy in 1861, ages this Langhe DOC for three years in Slavonian oak barrels, giving it a velvety structure and polished tannins. The seductive aromas of rose and wild strawberry pair perfectly with traditional Piedmontese dishes, offering a harmonious, persistent and unforgettable sip.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1761
- Oenologist: Simone Borsari
- Bottles produced: 250.000
- Hectares: 40
The winery has some interesting records: in 1861, Barolo Borgogno sealed the pact for the birth of Italian unity, and in 1908, it was served to the Tsar of all Russia during a visit to Racconigi.
The turning point came in 1920, when Cesare Borgogno began exporting abroad. However his greatest insight came when he decided to "forget" half of the production of Barolo Riserva in order to sell it 20 years later, realising the great versatility and power of Nebbiolo.
Borgogno is synonymous with slowness: the winery chooses to take its time understanding things and doing them correctly. The vineyards are cared for and attended to with only organic products.
This has resulted in the winery to gain their first Biological harvest.
The decision to plant forest on eight of their 39 hectars is to protect the biodiversity of the Langa fauna from being decimated by the cultivation of vineyards.
Borgogno has a sense of history, tradition, and roots that blend with the innovation of the changing times. Read more
| Name | Giacomo Borgogno Langhe Nebbiolo No 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Langhe DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Giacomo Borgogno e Figli |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born as a protest label against oenological bureaucracy, Borgogno No Name is a superb pure Nebbiolo with a soft and approachable profile. The historic winery, which played a leading role in the toasts for the Unification of Italy in 1861, ages this Langhe DOC for three years in Slavonian oak barrels, giving it a velvety structure and polished tannins. The seductive aromas of rose and wild strawberry pair perfectly with traditional Piedmontese dishes, offering a harmonious, persistent and unforgettable sip. |
| Origin | Barolo (CN), Langhe area |
| Soil composition | Calcareous clay |
| Fermentation temperature | 22–28 °C |
| Fermentation | Approximately 10–20 days |
| Production technique | Traditional winemaking with manual harvest and spontaneous fermentation in concrete or stainless steel tanks, prolonged maceration, soft pressing, no filtration and ageing in large Slavonian oak barrels |
| Wine making | Manual harvest; spontaneous fermentation in cement or stainless steel tanks for about 10–20 days at 22–28 °C with prolonged maceration; gentle pressing; no filtration; maturation for about 3 years in large Slavonian oak barrels and 6 months of ageing in bottle. |
| Aging | Aged for about 3 years in large Slavonian oak barrels, followed by 6 months of bottle ageing. |
| Year production | 250000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |