🏰 The 2017 Giacomo Borgogno Barolo Cannubi Riserva is an 【iconic and must-have Italian wine】, earning 95 points from both James Suckling and Wine Spectator, and representing old-school Barolo to its core. It's a swirling dance between 【haunting dried roses and dark cherry, all wrapped in tar, licorice, and truffles】. Despite a challenging vintage for Piedmont, Borgogno's meticulous vineyard work resulted in this beautiful wine. A dusty ruby decorates the core, with an inviting garnet rim. Delicate scents recalling pressed rose, hay, eucalyptus, and forest floor mingle with whiffs of spice. The mouthfeel is complex and generous, characterized by stern tannins that lead to a long finish. 🍴 This Barolo pairs well with red meat and hard cheese. It's excellent with truffle risotto, braised veal cheek, osso buco, bison steak, grilled quail, braised beef, or lamb tagine. 🥂 For collectors of the world's most iconic wines, this is a must-have. Perfect for a special occasion or a gastronomic dinner, especially with Italian cuisine. Cellar it until at least 2025. Oxygenate in a decanter for ±2 hours and serve at 17 °C. It's still young, so opening it four hours ahead is recommended, as it was even better the next day.