1998 Barolo Falletto D.O.C.G.
By Bruno Giacosa
1998 Barolo Falletto D.O.C.G. from Bruno Giacosa, Italy's Piedmont
Unveiling itself under the seasoned stewardship of renowned producer Bruno Giacosa, the 1998 Barolo Falletto D.O.C.G sings the prolific song of its lineage with an accomplished symphony of flavours and textures. This particular vintage is a testament to Giacosa's expertise, reverberating the uniqueness of the climatic conditions in Italy's timeless Piedmont region back in 1998.
Varied Vintage, Vivid Vibes
The year 1998 granted Piedmont with an abundance of sun and consistent temperatures, breathing into this wine a perfect blend of maturity and vitality. The complex weather patterns imbued Barolo Falletto cellars with intriguingly firm tannins, an illustrious melody often admired by privileged palates.
Undeniably, every glass unveils the soul behind this fine Italian beverage, piecing together notes nurtured in time and passion. Here lies an amalgam of plum, cherry, dried floral anatomy and nuanced truffle hints; a bountiful orchestra for any discerning wine investor.
Giacosa's Testament to Primordial Terroir
This illustrious offering from Bruno Giacosa impeccably mirrors its characteristic terroir. The intricate dance between Nebbiolo grapes and Piedmont earth, alongside thoughtful winemaking techniques results in a tantalising palate experience and an unfading resonance through each sip.
Fueled by layers built upon layers of intensifying flavours, this wine has proven to be one of the most intriguing investments for any serious aficionado or financier when it comes to fine wines from Italy. An opportunity as profound as the wine itself.
In the grand hall of vinous excellence, the 1998 Barolo Falletto D.O.C.G. from Bruno Giacosa stands tall, not merely as a fine wine but as a rite of passage into a realm where poetry meets palette. An enduring reminder of a distinctive vintage, making it one of the most captivating investments in Italian viticulture.
Market price (CAD)
$4,940.00
12x75cl
Highest score
95
POP score
198
Scores and tasting notes
The fabulous 1998 Barolo Falletto del Serralunga reveals intensity and volume. A dark plum color is accompanied by a classic Nebbiolo perfume of rose water, melted tar, truffles, and cherry jam. As the wine sits in the glass, aromas of spice box and cigar smoke also emerge. Full-bodied, dense, and powerfully tannic, yet extremely harmonious, it will be at its finest between 2008-2030. A Leonardo Locascio Selection, Winebow, Hohokus, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620
Robert Parker Jr - The Wine Advocate, 29 October 2001