Giacomo Borgogno Barolo 2017 “La Curva della Vita” – Piedmont, Italy
Produced by one of Barolo’s most historic estates, Giacomo Borgogno & Figli, the 2017 La Curva della Vita is a traditional, terroir-driven expression of Nebbiolo from the heart of Piedmont. Founded in 1761 and based in the village of Barolo itself, Borgogno is revered for crafting wines that honor classic Barolo structure, balance, and longevity.
La Curva della Vita is part of Borgogno’s Le Teorie series — a thoughtful blend sourced from multiple esteemed Barolo vineyards, designed to express the broader soul of Barolo rather than a single cru. The result is a wine that captures elegance, complexity, and age-worthy structure while remaining approachable with time and air.
The 2017 vintage, marked by a warm growing season, produced Barolos with expressive aromatics, ripe tannins, and slightly earlier approachability, while still retaining the firm backbone expected of traditional Nebbiolo wines.
🍇 WINE DETAILS
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Producer: Giacomo Borgogno & Figli
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Wine: Barolo DOCG “La Curva della Vita”
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Vintage: 2017
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Grape Variety: 100% Nebbiolo
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Region: Barolo, Piedmont, Italy
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Appellation: Barolo DOCG
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Style: Traditional / Classic Barolo
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Alcohol: Approx. 14%
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Farming: Sustainable practices
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Aging: Long maceration and aging in large Slavonian oak casks
👃 TASTING NOTES
Appearance:
Brilliant garnet red with subtle brick and orange hues at the rim — classic Nebbiolo evolution.
Aromas:
Lifted and expressive, showing rose petals, dried cherry, red currant, citrus peel, and gentle notes of spice, tobacco, and earth.
Palate:
Medium-to-full bodied with firm yet refined tannins, bright acidity, and a long, savory finish. Flavors of red fruit, dried herbs, subtle spice, and mineral undertones unfold with air, showcasing Borgogno’s restrained, traditional style.
Finish:
Persistent, structured, and elegant — built for the table and the cellar.
📅 VINTAGE & CELLARING
The 2017 Barolo vintage offers excellent balance between structure and approachability. While enjoyable now with decanting, this wine will reward patience.
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Drink Now: With 1–2 hours of decanting
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Cellar Potential: 2026–2035+
🍽️ FOOD PAIRING SUGGESTIONS
A natural companion to rich, savory dishes:
- Braised beef or lamb
- Truffle pasta or mushroom risotto
- Osso buco
- Aged Parmigiano-Reggiano or Pecorino
- Wild game and hearty Italian cuisine
⭐ WHY WE LOVE IT
- From one of Barolo’s oldest and most respected producers
- A classic, multi-vineyard expression of Barolo
- Traditional winemaking with no excess oak or extraction
- Ideal for Barolo lovers who appreciate elegance over power
