Barolo Lecinquevigne DOCG – Damilano – 2020

The wine Barolo Lecinquevigne from Damilano winery

The Barolo Lecinquevigne from Damilano Winery is a celebration of the richness and diversity of the territory, produced exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes sourced from five selected vineyards in the municipalities of Barolo, Grinzane Cavour, La Morra, Monforte d’Alba, and Novello. The limited production and meticulous care in cultivation and winemaking give this Barolo exceptional quality and a unique personality.

The Winemaking

The winemaking process for Barolo Lecinquevigne follows traditional methods combined with modern techniques to enhance the characteristics of Nebbiolo. After manual harvesting, the grapes undergo alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and follow a long maceration on the skins to extract maximum colour and aromas. The wine then matures for at least two years in Slavonian oak barrels, which impart structure and complexity, along with an additional 12 months in the bottle before being released.

Tasting the Barolo

Intense garnet red colour. On the nose, it offers a complex and refined bouquet with predominant notes of ripe red fruits, cherry, and plum, enriched by floral hints of violet and delicate spicy undertones of liquorice and tobacco. The wine is full-bodied and enveloping on the palate, with velvety and well-integrated tannins; freshness and acidity balance the structure, leading to a long and persistent finish with an elegant aftertaste.

Food Paring

This Barolo lends itself to multiple gastronomic pairings, enhancing rich and complex dishes. It is perfect with red meats, roasts, braised dishes, and game. It also pairs beautifully with aged cheeses and truffle-based dishes, characteristic of Piedmontese cuisine: for a refined pairing, try it with Barolo risotto or tagliatelle with wild boar ragu. Serve at 18-20°C after decanting for at least one hour to fully express its aromas and flavors.

THE AWARDS

2020
– Decanter 90/199
– Wine Entusiast 88/100
– James Suckling 93/100
– Luca Gardini 97/100

THE WINERY

Damilano Winery is one of the historic wineries of Barolo, with roots dating back to the early 1900s. Founded in 1890 by Giuseppe Borgogno, it has been passed down through generations, becoming one of the most respected and well-known names in the Piedmont wine scene. Today, the company is managed by the brothers Guido, Paolo, and Mario, the fourth generation of the Damilano family. The family has continued to develop and innovate the winery while maintaining a deep respect for tradition….keep reading