{"product_id":"barbaresco-marchesi-di-barolo-1969","title":"Barbaresco Marchesi di Barolo 1969","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1969 Barbaresco is a classic red wine produced by Antichi Poderi dei Marchesi di Barolo. The wine originates from the Barbaresco appellation, a renowned wine-growing area located in the Langhe hills east of Alba in the Piedmont region of northwestern Italy. Piedmont, which translates to \"at the foot of the mountain,\" is celebrated for its dramatic, steep hills often enveloped in autumn fog, creating a unique microclimate for viticulture. The 1969 vintage in this area achieved a score of 83 points, described as having fine acidity, though slightly thin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine is made exclusively from Nebbiolo, a premier Italian grape variety known for providing great structure. Nebbiolo is deeply rooted in the Piedmont region, particularly in the prestigious areas of Barolo and Barbaresco, where the local terroir significantly influences the grape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarchesi di Barolo is widely recognized as the historical cradle of modern winemaking in the area. The estate is linked to the Falletti family, specifically Marquise Giulia Falletti Colbert and her husband Carlo Tancredi Falletti, who in the early 19th century transformed the local Nebbiolo production from a sweet wine into the dry style known today. Following the end of the Falletti dynasty in 1864, the estate was transferred to the charity foundation Opera Pia Barolo. This heritage is reflected on the bottle's label, which notes the former name \"Già Opera Pia Barolo.\" In 1929, the Abbona family purchased the cellars, and the estate is currently managed by the fifth and sixth generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eToday, the estate manages 110 hectares of land, including prestigious parcels such as Cannubi, Sarmassa, and Coste di Rose. A remarkable historical detail is that five of Marquise Giulia's original oak barrels from the 19th century remain in use in the cellars today. This specific Barbaresco holds a Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) classification and was bottled in the production zone by Cantine dei Marchesi di Barolo. The label proudly displays a history of recognition, featuring Grand Prix honors and historical medals from Vienna in 1878, Turin in 1884, Brussels in 1910, and Cuneo in 1914.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marchesi di Barolo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57366169911622,"sku":null,"price":255.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/3478\/1950\/files\/generated-1136_d7ea25fc-e647-4052-9338-383a1b50e284.jpg?v=1789383143","url":"https:\/\/bottleswithhistory.com\/products\/barbaresco-marchesi-di-barolo-1969","provider":"Bottles With History","version":"1.0","type":"link"}