About this wine
Boroli's flagship wine, from the Brunella vineyard — a monopole exclusively owned by the Boroli family, surrounding the Cascina La Brunella estate at the western end of the Villero subzone in Castiglione Falletto. Unlike most Barolo crus, which occupy a single hillside, Brunella extends around an entire oval-shaped hill, with Nebbiolo vines forming a ring around it; the name has identified this site since the 1600s, making it one of the oldest recorded vineyard names in the Langhe. The wine shows clear ruby red with light orange reflections, licorice-led aromatics followed by dark cherry, red currant, spice, chocolate and tree bark, with medium body, juicy acidity and firm, chalky tannins.
Boroli's most serious and age-worthy wine — best enjoyed by those who already appreciate structured, traditional Barolo.
Sommelier's Note
"Brunella is Boroli's proof of terroir — the only monopole in their portfolio, and the wine that shows just how much character a single, centuries-old hill can hold."
Food Pairings
Ideal with slow-braised red meats, wild game, black truffle dishes and long-aged Grana Padano or Parmigiano-Reggiano.
When to drink it
Milestone celebrations, collector's cellar additions, fine dining tasting menus
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Nebbiolo
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 14%
- Price Range
- $107-119 (US retail)
Terroir & Winemaking
From a monopole vineyard predominantly exposed south/southwest and east, on clay-calcareous soil with veins of sand; vinified and aged in the Boroli cellar at Cascina La Brunella with an emphasis on structure and longevity.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes Barolo Brunella special?
- It comes from Brunella, the only vineyard exclusively owned by the Boroli family — a monopole documented since the 1600s that wraps entirely around an oval hill in Castiglione Falletto.
- Is Brunella Boroli's top wine?
- Yes, it is widely regarded as Boroli's flagship and most prestigious bottling.
- What does it taste like?
- Licorice-led aromatics give way to dark cherry, red currant, spice, chocolate and tree bark, with medium body, juicy acidity and firm, chalky tannins.
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