The 2012 E. Pira & Figli (Chiara Boschis) Barolo Mosconi is a top-tier single-vineyard red wine from the Barolo appellation in Piedmont, Italy. Crafted by legendary female winemaker Chiara Boschis, this wine perfectly showcases the depth and power of the renowned Mosconi Cru vineyard within the village of Monforte d'Alba.
Wine Profile
- Grape Variety: 100% Nebbiolo
- Region: Barolo DOCG, Piedmont, Italy (Monforte d'Alba village)
- Winemaking Process: Fermented in rotating fermentation tanks and aged alternately in French oak barrels and large oak barrels, perfectly balancing modern and traditional styles.
- Alcohol Content: 13.5%
Tasting Notes and Style
- Color: Medium garnet red with a slight brownish tinge at the rim from aging.
- Aroma: A vibrant and complex aroma. Initially bursting with ripe fruit notes of black cherry, raspberry, and wild berries, followed by complex aged notes of dried rose petals, licorice, mint, sage, white pepper, sweet spices, and hints of forest floor and mushrooms.
- Palmistry: Full-bodied with firm yet refined tannins, a lively and balanced acidity, and a modern interplay of abundant fruit and woody spice notes, culminating in an exceptionally long and persistent finish.
Drinking window: The 2012 vintage is now at its best drinking window. Its strong tannins and structure have gradually been tempered by time, revealing the captivating charm of Barolo after aging.
