Barolo Mosconi DOCG 2021 3000ml Doppel-Magnum

Wine Description for Barolo Mosconi DOCG 2021 3000ml Double Magnum by Chiara Boschis – E.Pira & Figli

Colour & Appearance

Deep, almost impenetrable cherry red with a density that already signals substance and seriousness in the glass. Barely transparent – a wine that reveals no secrets before it is ready.

Nose

The nose is multi-layered and of impressive depth. Dark berry fruit dominates: cassis, blackberry and blueberry form the aromatic foundation. Beneath lie animal notes of hung meat, floral accents of lavender and violet, along with an elegant spice from liquorice, tobacco and a hint of mint. Leather and undergrowth round out the complex bouquet.

Palate

On the palate, the Mosconi unfolds with juiciness, pressure and a vibrant energy characteristic of the 2021 vintage. A subtle floral perfume accompanies the dark fruit, complemented by tobacco, spices and earthy notes. The tannins are finely textured – gripping, but never harsh. Substance and elegance balance one another; structural clarity and depth make this Barolo a wine of extraordinary precision.

Finish

Long, spicy and sustained. The fine tannins carry the fruit far into the finish, where tobacco and dark berry notes linger long. A wine that rewards patience.

Terroir & Origin

The Mosconi comes from the oldest parcels of the single vineyard site of the same name in Monforte d’Alba, at around 400 metres elevation. Calcareous clay marl alternates with silica-rich sandstones; locally, calcium carbonate and iron create a warmer, slightly pink soil colouration. These soils are predestined for Barolos with pronounced structure and extraordinary ageing potential.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Nebbiolo in the clones Michet and Lampia. Harvest took place in early October 2021. Fermentation in rotating tanks with twice-daily pump-overs, 14 days of skin contact; malolactic fermentation in steel. Ageing for two years in French oak casks and barriques – an approach that preserves both fruit and structure.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Classic accompaniment to Brasato al Barolo, wild boar ragù or Tajarin with truffle. The double magnum predestines this wine for grand tables – ideal with aged Parmigiano Reggiano or a festive Piedmont menu.

Special Features

The 3,000 ml double magnum format guarantees particularly slow, harmonious ageing and makes this Barolo an extraordinary collector’s piece. Chiara Boschis counts among the defining personalities of modern Barolo – her Mosconi cuvée embodies the connection between traditional provenance and precise, contemporary vinification.