Barbaresco Riserva Pora, Gigi Bianco - 2018

The Barbaresco Riserva Pora by Gigi Bianco is a true gem from Piedmont. Sourced from just one hectare of 50-year-old vines in the historic Pora cru, beneath the iconic Tower of Barbaresco, this wine embodies the soul of the Langhe. The pure chalky soils—ancient seabeds formed millions of years ago—give the wine finesse and a vibrant mineral backbone. On the nose, it reveals elegant aromas of dried rose petals, ripe cherries, and red currants, with subtle notes of truffle, tobacco, and spice from long aging. The palate is refined and harmonious, with silky tannins and bright acidity framing layers of red fruit, earthy undertones, and a long, savory finish. A rare and complex expression of Nebbiolo — graceful, authentic, and deeply evocative of its origin.