2008 Cavallotto Barolo Riserva Bricco Boschis Vigna San Giuseppe

Cavallotto Family Tasting Note:
2008 was a vintage in which the best vineyard sites expressed themselves fully; in which one saw why the great vineyards are, in fact, great. The cool, slow growing season gave rise to fears that the grapes would not reach full ripeness before the arrival of the autumn and
winter storms, but the perfect conditions of September and October elevated this vintage
immeasurably. The nose of cherry, licorice and crushed rose petals is instantly recognizable
as the San Giuseppe section of Bricco Boschis. In the mouth, the wine is structured and still
taut, though with good balance, harmony and precise freshness. 

Drinking Window: 2018-2040

Notes on Matching with Food:
The wine is best with second courses of red meat, simply grilled or roasted. Also good with
hard and aged cheeses. It can also be enjoyed as a “vino da meditazione” (a wine for
meditation) by itself.