{"product_id":"barolo-riserva-briccolina-2016-docg-mga-enrico-serafino","title":"Barolo Reserve Briccolina 2016 DOCG MGA Enrico Serafino","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBarolo Riserva Briccolina 2016 DOCG: elegance and power from the Serralunga d'Alba cru\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarolo Riserva Briccolina 2016 DOCG MGA Enrico Serafino\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Piedmontese wine of great personality, made from \u003cstrong\u003e100% Nebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e and interpreted with an austere, deep, and structured style. The signature of \u003cstrong\u003eEnrico Serafino 1878\u003c\/strong\u003e enhances a cru of strong identity, capable of uniting aromatic complexity, tannic energy, and a long persistence, making this Reserve an exciting choice for those seeking an authoritative and gastronomic Barolo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from the \u003cstrong\u003eBriccolina\u003c\/strong\u003e area in \u003cstrong\u003eSerralunga d'Alba\u003c\/strong\u003e, a geographical mention that recalls one of the most vocated territories for Barolo. The south and southwest exposure, the clay-limestone soil, and the 35-year-old vines contribute to defining an intense, solid profile with great character. The 2016 vintage, marked by a long growing cycle and complete ripening, favored balanced, complex wines with remarkable structure. The result is a Barolo Riserva that clearly expresses the Piedmontese tradition and the winery's ability to work rigorously and sustainably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents a \u003cstrong\u003edeep ruby red with garnet reflections\u003c\/strong\u003e, typical of a great evolved Nebbiolo. On the nose, it offers a wide and complex bouquet, with notes of blackberry, licorice, tobacco, spices, coffee beans, and delicate hints of rose. On the palate, it is dry, full-bodied, and elegant, with a dense yet fine tannic texture, well integrated into a harmonious structure. The freshness supports the sip and accompanies a long, multifaceted finish that is consistent with the aromas perceived on the nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eBarolo Riserva Briccolina 2016 DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e shines with rich and flavorful dishes such as game, braised meats, important roasts, fur game, and aged cheeses. Its structure allows it to accompany slow and intense preparations, while its aromatic component makes it suitable for moments of meditation or after dinner. It is a wine that calls for dishes of equal depth, capable of enhancing its complexity without overshadowing its elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo best appreciate \u003cstrong\u003eBarolo Riserva Briccolina 2016 DOCG MGA Enrico Serafino\u003c\/strong\u003e, a serving temperature between \u003cstrong\u003e16 and 18 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended. In the presence of a young or just opened bottle, a short oxygenation time may be useful to favor the expression of the aromas and soften the tannic component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing this wine means opting for a Barolo of great territorial prestige, with a defined personality and a style that combines intensity, finesse, and longevity. \u003cstrong\u003eBarolo Riserva Briccolina 2016 DOCG MGA Enrico Serafino\u003c\/strong\u003e is an ideal bottle for those looking to buy wine online with attention to quality, the connection to the cru, and the ability to evolve over time. Perfect for an important dinner, for a personal collection, or as a striking gift, it represents a convincing synthesis of tradition, precision, and Piedmontese identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Enrico Serafino 1878","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56658838487426,"sku":"b95eb94940","price":140.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/GADS_-_1200x_-_ITA__87___1.png?v=1779207267","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/barolo-riserva-briccolina-2016-docg-mga-enrico-serafino-product","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}