Bricco Boschis Vigna Punta Marcello Barolo Riserva Speciale 1976
The 1976 Bricco Boschis Vigna Punta Marcello Barolo Riserva Speciale is a classic Italian red wine produced by the Cavallotto estate, run by brothers Olivio and Gildo. This Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) wine originates from a small, dedicated vineyard plot measuring just 0.79 hectares, and is bottled at 14% alcohol.
The estate is located in Piemonte, in the extreme northwest of Italy, bordered by the Alps. This prestigious region is celebrated for its steep hills, particularly in the Langhe area, which are often enveloped in thick autumn morning fog that protects the grapes and ensures a long, perfect ripening period. Within this landscape lies Barolo, situated southwest of Alba, known globally for its terroir-driven approach. The 1976 vintage in this area was characterized as warm and ripe, earning a score of 87 points.
This Barolo is crafted entirely from Nebbiolo, an Italian top grape renowned for producing elegant wines with great structure. It is the defining grape of the Barolo and Barbaresco areas. At the Cavallotto estate, years of experience have led to a deep understanding of the local terroir, with soils carefully classified by their composition to ensure the vines are planted in their most ideal locations. The resulting wine reflects the patient care and attention dedicated to both the vineyard and the cellar.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Piedmont
Piedmont (which literally means "at the foot of the mountain") is located in northwestern Italy, surrounded by the Alps. It is considered one of the world's absolute most prestigious wine regions. The area is known for small, passionate, family-run wineries and a huge focus on terroir (how the soil and microclimate affect the wine).
Classic characteristics of Piedmont:
The royal wines: This is where the world-famous, complex and expensive red wines Barolo and Barbaresco come from (both made from 100% Nebbiolo).
Everyday heroes: In addition to Nebbiolo, the region is famous for the grapes Barbera (juicy, acidic and incredibly popular) and Dolcetto (dark, soft and fruity).
The white and sweet: Piedmont also makes the crisp white wine Gavi and the famous, lightly sparkling dessert bubbles Moscato d'Asti.
The landscape: Dramatic, steep hills – especially in the Langhe sub-area. The hills are often shrouded in thick morning mist in autumn, which protects the grapes and allows for a long, perfect ripening.
Gastronomy: An absolute mecca for food lovers. The area is world famous for the exclusive white truffles from Alba, hazelnuts and rich, simmered dishes that scream with a glass of local red wine.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded as this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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