Barolo Casa E. di Mirafiore 1953
Casa E. di Mirafiore is a historic Piedmontese winery with roots dating back to 1858. It was originally established by Emanuele Alberto Guerrieri, Count of Mirafiore, the illegitimate son of Italy's first king, Vittorio Emanuele II, and his mistress and later wife, Rosa Vercellana. The Mirafiore estate is physically connected to Fontanafredda, sharing the same royal mid-19th-century foundation. Today, the Mirafiore buildings still display their characteristic brown and ochre stripes, carrying on the Savoy colors. Although the brand was sold after 1900, it was later revived and is now produced by Fontanafredda under the ownership of the Farinetti family. Mirafiore operates as a distinct label, focusing on the classic, traditional Barolo style and preserving its royal historical identity.
This 1953 Barolo originates from one of Italy's most prestigious wine areas, located in the Langhe hills southwest of Alba. The Barolo area is situated within the broader Piedmont region in northwestern Italy, a landscape framed by the Alps and characterized by dramatic, steep hills. These hills are often enveloped in thick autumn morning fog, which protects the grapes and ensures a long, perfect ripening period. The 1953 vintage from this terroir achieved a score of 84 points and is noted for its good acidity and balance. Piedmont is globally recognized for its profound dedication to how soil and microclimate influence the final wine.
The wine is made from Nebbiolo, a premier Italian grape variety renowned for producing elegant red wines with significant structure. Nebbiolo is deeply tied to the Barolo and Barbaresco areas, serving as the foundation for the region's most celebrated classic red wines.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Piedmont
Piedmont (which literally means "at the foot of the mountain") is located in northwestern Italy, surrounded by the Alps. It is considered one of the world's absolute most prestigious wine regions. The area is known for small, passionate, family-run wineries and a huge focus on terroir (how the soil and microclimate affect the wine).
Classic characteristics of Piedmont:
The royal wines: This is where the world-famous, complex and expensive red wines Barolo and Barbaresco come from (both made from 100% Nebbiolo).
Everyday heroes: In addition to Nebbiolo, the region is famous for the grapes Barbera (juicy, acidic and incredibly popular) and Dolcetto (dark, soft and fruity).
The white and sweet: Piedmont also makes the crisp white wine Gavi and the famous, lightly sparkling dessert bubbles Moscato d'Asti.
The landscape: Dramatic, steep hills – especially in the Langhe sub-area. The hills are often shrouded in thick morning mist in autumn, which protects the grapes and allows for a long, perfect ripening.
Gastronomy: An absolute mecca for food lovers. The area is world famous for the exclusive white truffles from Alba, hazelnuts and rich, simmered dishes that scream with a glass of local red wine.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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