{"product_id":"barolo-giacomo-borgogno-figli-1968","title":"Antichi Vigneti Propri Barolo Riserva 1968","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 1968 Antichi Vigneti Propri Barolo Riserva is a historic red wine produced by Giacomo Borgogno \u0026amp; Figli. It originates from the prestigious Barolo area within the Piemonte region of northwestern Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePiemonte, which translates to \"at the foot of the mountain,\" is framed by the Alps and celebrated for its terroir-driven approach. The landscape is defined by dramatic, steep hills, particularly in the Langhe subregion where Barolo is located. These hills are often blanketed in thick autumn morning fog, which protects the vines and facilitates a long ripening period. The 1968 vintage in this region was characterized by weak and rainy conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine is crafted from Nebbiolo, an esteemed Italian grape variety known for yielding elegant wines with significant structure. Nebbiolo is the foundational grape of the area, deeply rooted in the vineyards of Barolo and Barbaresco.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGiacomo Borgogno \u0026amp; Figli, established in 1761, is one of the oldest Barolo producers in existence. Situated in the town of Barolo, the estate was a pivotal force in the 18th and 19th centuries in shaping Barolo into a dry wine. Aided by French winemaker Louis Oudart in the mid-1800s, the house helped transform Nebbiolo from a sweet style to the dry expression known today. The estate's identity is built on uncompromising traditionalism, including classic aging in large wooden casks known as botti. The label features the crest motto \"Labore Cum Honore Pro Patria\" alongside the year 1848, highlighting its deep historical roots. Although the Borgogno family sold the estate to the Farinetti family in 2008, the modern ownership has carefully preserved the house's classic winemaking style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClassified as a Denominazione d'Origine Controllata Riserva, this wine was sourced from the estate's own historic vineyards, designated as \"Antichi Vigneti Propri.\" It was produced and bottled in Borgogno's own cellars, presented in a 720 ml bottle with an alcohol content of 13.5%.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giacomo Borgogno \u0026 Figli","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57370760020294,"sku":null,"price":1800.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/3478\/1950\/files\/generated-1177_afa71667-1b6d-4f67-9420-b487812a3e5f.jpg?v=1789473958","url":"https:\/\/bottleswithhistory.dk\/en\/products\/barolo-giacomo-borgogno-figli-1968","provider":"Bottles With History","version":"1.0","type":"link"}