Giribaldi Barolo DOCG Ravera Piemonte 2015 – Great and mature Barolo from Novello

Giribaldi Barolo DOCG Ravera 2015 is an impressive and deeply complex Barolo from the heart of Piedmont. Made from the Nebbiolo grape from the prestigious Ravera estate in Novello, this wine shows why Barolo is considered among the world’s greatest red wines. Here power and elegance meet in perfect balance.

The 2015 vintage is known for its maturity and concentration, and this Barolo expresses just that. It has a silky smooth structure, intense aromas and a long finish, making it a wine for special moments. It can be enjoyed now after a good decanting, but will also develop even greater complexity with further aging.

In the glass, the wine is classic and elegant. It combines deep fruit, warm spices and a refined structure. The ripe tannins provide both power and finesse, while the oak aging adds depth and spicy complexity.

Giribaldi Barolo Ravera 2015 is a wine that takes gastronomy to new heights. It goes perfectly with red meat, game and hearty simmered dishes. After several years of aging, it can also accompany mature cheeses or dark chocolate desserts.

Tasting notes

• Color: Deep ruby red with elegant brick red reflections.
• Nose: Intense aroma of cherries in alcohol, berry jam and a hint of black pepper.
• Palate: Full-bodied and harmonious with silky texture, ripe tannins and notes of vanilla, spice and red fruit.
• Finish: Long, complex and persistent with a great balance of fruit and spice.

Production and terroir

The grapes for this Barolo come from the Ravera vineyard in Novello in Piedmont. The vineyard is located around 360 meters above sea level. The soil consists of limestone, marl and clay, which gives the wine both structure and minerality.

The vinification follows traditional Barolo methods. During fermentation, the must is pumped over the lees several times a day for around 25 days at around 30°C. This process ensures maximum extraction of color, tannins and aroma.

After fermentation, the wine rests briefly in stainless steel tanks. It then ages for a full 60 months in oak barrels. This long barrel aging gives the wine its complexity, depth and elegant structure. Finally, it is further aged in bottle in Giribaldi’s cellars at a constant temperature of 16°C.

The story behind Giribaldi

Azienda Agricola Mario Giribaldi is a family-owned winery with roots dating back to the early 20th century. Today, the winery is run by the third generation of the Giribaldi family, who continue to work with great respect for the traditions of the area.

The family was among the first wine producers in Italy to obtain organic certification in 2004. The philosophy is to work sustainably in the vineyards and let the terroir express itself in the wines. The result is wines with authenticity, depth and classic Piedmontese character.

Product information

• Producer: Azienda Agricola Mario Giribaldi
• Area: Ravera, Novello – Piedmont, Italy
• Classification: Barolo DOCG
• Vintage: 2015
• Grape: Nebbiolo
• Aging: Approx. 60 months in oak barrels
• Serving: 16-18°C
• Quantity: 75 cl
• Contains: Sulfites
• Alcohol content: 14%