The Winery Giacomo Fenocchio of Barolo of Piedmont

Winery Giacomo Fenocchio
The winery offers 26 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 4.
It is ranked in the top 60 of the estates of Piedmont.
It is located in Barolo in the region of Piedmont
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The Winery Giacomo Fenocchio is one of the world's great estates. It offers 26 wines for sale in of Barolo to come and discover on site or to buy online.

The Giacomo Fenocchio Estate is a little slice of heaven for wine lovers, tucked away in the heart of the majestic Barolo region in Italy. This stunning region is well-renowned for its robust red wines and is often referred to as the "king of wines and wine of kings." The Fenocchio Estate is a precious gem among the vineyards of Barolo, with a rich history tracing back over five generations. Founded in 1864 by Giovanni Fenocchio, the Giacomo Fenocchio Estate is currently run by Claudio Fenocchio, a passionate and dedicated winemaker who continues the traditions of his father and grandfather. Spanning approximately 14 hectares, the Fenocchio Estate is situated in the village of Monforte d'Alba, one of the eleven communes authorized to produce the esteemed Barolo DOCG, the most prestigious wine in the region. The Fenocchio estate vineyards are spread across five exceptional crus: Bussia, Castellero, Cannubi, Villero and listino. Each vineyard has its unique terroir characteristics, producing wines that differ in complexity, aroma, structure, and aging potential. At the Giacomo Fenocchio Estate, Claudio rigorously adheres to the traditional Barolo winemaking methods. The grapes are naturally vinified, without any additives, and aged in Slovenian oak barrels for an extended period to allow the wine to develop plenty of complexity and excellent aging capability. The wines from the Fenocchio estate are acclaimed for their balance, elegance, and longevity.

Top Winery Giacomo Fenocchio wines

Looking for the best Winery Giacomo Fenocchio wines in Barolo among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Winery Giacomo Fenocchio wines. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be suitable with the wines from this area. Learn more about the region and the Winery Giacomo Fenocchio wines with technical and enological descriptions.

The top red wines of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio

How Winery Giacomo Fenocchio wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or pasta such as recipes of family potluck, mediterranean lamb necklace or pasta with ham and tomato.

Organoleptic analysis of red wines of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio

On the nose the red wine of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio. often reveals types of flavors of cherry, oaky or smoke and sometimes also flavors of earthy, minerality or red fruit. In the mouth the red wine of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio. is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.

The best vintages in the red wines of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio

  • 1978With an average score of 4.72/5
  • 2001With an average score of 4.41/5
  • 1999With an average score of 4.40/5
  • 2008With an average score of 4.12/5
  • 2009With an average score of 4.09/5
  • 2007With an average score of 4.06/5

The grape varieties most used in the red wines of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio.

  • Nebbiolo
  • Barbera
  • Dolcetto
  • Freisa
  • Pelaverga

Discovering the wine region of Barolo

"King of wines, wine of kings": exceptional Piedmont red, 100% Nebbiolo. Garnet robe evolving to brick, complex signature aromas of faded rose, sour cherry, tar, white truffle, leather, undergrowth and spice. Firm tannins and lively acidity structure a long ageing (15-30 years+). Minimum 38 months ageing including 18 in barrel (62 for Riserva).

11 villages of the Langhe south of Alba, marl-limestone soils. DOCG since 1980. Classified MGA: Cannubi, Brunate, Bussia. Italian cellar icon.

The top pink wines of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio

Food and wine pairings with a pink wine of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio

How Winery Giacomo Fenocchio wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes such as recipes .

Organoleptic analysis of pink wines of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio

On the nose the pink wine of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio. often reveals types of flavors of cherry, citrus or blackberry and sometimes also flavors of red fruit, strawberries or raspberry.

The best vintages in the pink wines of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio

  • 2019With an average score of 3.50/5
  • 2011With an average score of 3.40/5
  • 2012With an average score of 3.20/5

Discover the grape variety: Nebbiolo

Austere, noble reds, pale in colour and quick to turn garnet, with powerful tannins and high acidity, showing aromas of sour cherry, faded rose, tar, white truffle, leather and balsamic notes with age. Outstanding ageing potential. Absolute star of Piedmont with Barolo DOCG and Barbaresco DOCG, also in Roero, Gattinara, Ghemme and Valtellina (Chiavennasca). A late-ripening Italian variety among the world's greatest.

The top white wines of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio

How Winery Giacomo Fenocchio wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of pasta, shellfish or mature and hard cheese such as recipes of lasagna bolognese, violet omelette or halibut with flambéed comté.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio

On the nose the white wine of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio. often reveals types of flavors of citrus fruit, non oak or earth and sometimes also flavors of microbio, vegetal or oak. In the mouth the white wine of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio. is a powerful with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the white wines of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio

  • 2022With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2021With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2023With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2024With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2020With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2019With an average score of 3.80/5

The grape varieties most used in the white wines of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio.

  • Arneis

The word of the wine: Jeroboam

Bottle with a capacity of 5 litres.

The top sparkling wines of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio

Food and wine pairings with a sparkling wine of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio

How Winery Giacomo Fenocchio wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes such as recipes .

The best vintages in the sparkling wines of Winery Giacomo Fenocchio

  • 0With an average score of 3.50/5

Discover the grape variety: Freisa

Aromatic, tannic reds with a bright ruby robe, firm tannins and high acidity, with intense aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, rose, violet, spice and slightly bitter notes on the finish. Often made as frizzante (lightly sparkling) and sometimes sweet, rarely as still dry reds for ageing. Star of Piedmontese Freisa d'Asti DOC and Freisa di Chieri DOC around Turin. Autochthonous Piedmontese variety, genetically related to Nebbiolo.

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Discover the grape variety: Pelaverga

Light, elegant reds with a clear ruby colour, silky tannins and a silky palate, showing intense signature aromas of white pepper (hallmark), spices, red fruits (strawberry, raspberry) and floral notes. Distinctly airy and spiced profile. Absolute star of the Verduno Pelaverga DOC, signature of a confidential Langhe terroir and one of the most distinctive Piedmontese reds. Native Piedmontese black variety grown almost exclusively around Verduno.

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