2016 Virna Borgogno Barolo Riserva DOCG

品飲筆記：這款2016珍藏帶來濃郁但不厚重的果香——成熟梅子與櫻桃打底，跟著肉桂、丁香和甘草的暖香，以及一抹橙皮和乾玫瑰的花氣。入口飽滿卻靈巧，酸度帶動果味，單寧細緻且有支撐感，收尾悠長帶點礦物與森林地表的煙燻感。
酒莊與田地：維爾納博爾戈尼奧是一個以家族傳承為核心的酒莊，現由Virna（Lodovico的女兒）掌舵，依舊堅持傳統風格，重視田間表現與低產量策略。葡萄園多為坡地，土壤含鈣質與黏土，日夜溫差促進香氣集中。
釀造小記：採取較長的浸皮期與延長熟成（Riserva標準），在大桶與部分小桶中靜置以整合單寧與香氣，出酒前也會做瓶陳以求平衡。口感上偏向圓潤且結構分明，醒瓶一小時風味更開放。
搭餐建議：配燉羊肉、野味或帶菌菇的濃郁義大利料理都相得益彰。

Tasting Note: A compelling, terroir-driven riserva that opens with bright cherry and black-plum fruit framed by warm spice — clove, licorice and a wash of orange peel — with floral hints of dried rose and a touch of earthy underbrush. The palate is medium–full, juicy and plush, supported by velvety yet clearly structured tannins and a long, savory finish.
Producer Notes: From the family-run house now stewarded by Virna (Lodovico’s daughter), this Riserva reflects a commitment to classic Barolo style: expressive fruit, aromatic complexity and aging potential.
Winemaking Notes: Crafted with extended skin contact and an extended élevage typical of a riserva, the wine undergoes careful extraction to preserve silkiness while building structure; extended barrel and cask ageing and bottle maturation round and integrate flavors before release.
Vineyard Notes: Sourced from steep, limestone- and clay-influenced sites in the Barolo zone, with older-vine parcels and low yields that concentrate fruit and accentuate mineral and savory notes of the site.
Serve & Cellar: Best enjoyed after decanting (about 60–90 minutes) if opening now; will continue to evolve for years. Pairs beautifully with rich meat dishes, game and mature cheeses.

Specification

• Alcohol %: 14.5%
• Decant Time: 90 minutes
• Taste: ripe plum, black cherry, red cherry, licorice, clove, dried rose, orange peel, earthy / underbrush, savory spice, silky / velvety tannins, juicy acidity, long finish
• Food Matching: Lamb (roasted or braised), Braised beef or veal, Game (venison, wild boar), Porcini mushroom dishes / mushroom risotto, Lasagne and rich pasta al ragù, Aged hard cheeses (Grana Padano, Parmigiano-Reggiano)
• Grape Variety: Nebbiolo ,

Winery

維爾納博爾戈尼奧為家族經營的巴羅洛酒莊，現由Virna（Lodovico的女兒）掌管。酒莊堅持傳統工法與產地表現，重視坡地老藤、低產量與長期熟成，旨在釀出適合陳年的經典風格。

Virna Borgogno is a family-owned Barolo estate now led by Virna, daughter of Lodovico. The house is known for a respectful, traditional approach that balances expressive site character with careful cellar ageing to produce long-lived, classically styled Barolo riservas.