When a winemaking tradition stretches back over 150 years, you know you are in for something special. Since 1864, the Fenocchio family has been crafting beautiful wines right in the heart of Barolo, the land of legendary reds and rolling vineyard views straight out of a dream.
The real turning point came in 1947, when a young and ambitious Giacomo Fenocchio stepped up to lead the family estate. He poured his heart into the vineyards and cellar, and soon the wines of Fenocchio were catching the eyes and palates of wine lovers beyond Italy’s borders.
Fast forward to 1989, after Giacomo’s passing, his sons Claudio, Albino, and Alberto took the reins. With a rich legacy to honor and some big shoes to fill, they dove headfirst into the world of wine with passion, grit, and a whole lot of learning on the go. And judging by what’s in the bottle today, they’ve more than risen to the occasion.
Thee 2017 Barbera d'Alba, is an absolute joyride in a glass. It’s intense, juicy, and full of character, with bright cherry, raspberry, and pomegranate aromas that leap out of the glass, followed by a whisper of spice that keeps things interesting. Medium to full-bodied and oh-so-drinkable, it’s the kind of red you will want to pour for pizza night, pasta Sunday, or just because Tuesday needs a little upgrade.
So here’s to five generations of Fenocchio magic and to wines that make history taste this good.
''At the end of the day, you really can’t make a wrong choice.
As long as you pay attention to what it is that you don’t like about a wine
each bottle will get you closer to what you do like.
Take it one glass at a time!''