Giacomo Fenocchio
Giacomo Fenocchio
AboutGiacomo Fenocchio
Giacomo Fenocchio traces its family farming history in Bussia, Monforte d’Alba, to 1864. Five generations of the family have worked here. The estate has 14 hectares of vineyards, mainly in the Barolo area, and grows Arneis at Monteu Roero.
The family follows organic farming practices without certification. Bussia, Castellero, Cannubi and Villero are bottled separately. The Bussia and Castellero Barolos ferment without added yeast and spend a long time on their grape skins before ageing in large Slavonian oak casks.
Giacomo Fenocchio 2020 Barolo Bussia
Italian Red
$147.99
Spiced rose and liquorice lead a finely drawn, savoury nose, followed by dark fruit, dried herbs, leather and a light touch of mocha. The palate is dry, warm and full-bodied, with pronounced tannins giving the wine firm shape without obscuring its aromatic detail. Freshness keeps the structure balanced, while incense and earthy notes gather through a persistent finish. Decant generously and serve with braised beef, game, truffle dishes or aged cheese.
Giacomo Fenocchio 2020 Barolo Castellero
Italian Red
$129.99
Crushed strawberry and raspberry rise from the glass with dried rose, sage and anise. The palate is rounded and inviting at first, then firms into a structured frame of ripe cherry, fresh acidity and confident tannin. A subtle earthy note lingers on the finish, adding savoury depth to the lifted fruit.
Giacomo Fenocchio 2011 Barolo Riserva Bussia 90 dì
Italian Red
$194.99
Dried rose, truffle and leather lead, followed by black cherry, spice and aromatic herbs. The palate is structured yet finely textured, with firm Nebbiolo tannins and a long, savoury finish. Natural fermentation without added yeast is followed by an extended submerged-cap maceration and four years in large Slavonian oak. Decant and serve with braised beef, game, truffle dishes or mature cheese.