BAROLO Wine Guide: The “King of Wines” Explained in 5 Minutes

Master the “King of Wines” in just 5 minutes! 🍷 In this 5-minute guide, we break down everything you need to know about Barolo, the legendary red wine from the Piedmont region of Italy.

Filmed directly from the vineyards of the Langhe, Hourglass of Wine takes you to the home of the “King of Wines”: Barolo.
Living right here in Piedmont, this wine is close to our hearts (and our house!). Standing in the vineyards with the castle of Grinzane Cavour in the background, we break down exactly what makes a wine a Barolo DOCG. From the 100% Nebbiolo grape requirement to the strict aging rules and the specific villages allowed to produce it—we cover the essentials you need to know.

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🍷 IN THIS VIDEO, WE COVER:
* The Place: Why Barolo is a place, not a grape, and the 11 specific villages allowed to produce it.
* The Grape: Why Nebbiolo is famous for high tannins and how it creates structure.
* The Rules: Breaking down the DOCG requirements.
* The Labels: What is an MGA (Menzione Geografica Aggiuntiva) and how does it compare to a Cru?
* Aging: The difference between standard Barolo (38 months) and Riserva (62 months).
* Tasting Notes: From the violets and cherries of young Barolo to the leather, truffles, and “tar and roses” of aged bottles.

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⏱️ TIMESTAMPS & CHAPTERS
00:00 – Intro: Filming from the Barolo Vineyards (Grinzane Cavour)
00:23 – Why is Barolo the “King of Wines”?
00:54 – Geography: The Langhe & The 11 Villages
02:18 – What is a Barolo MGA? (The “Cru” System)
02:50 – The Grape: 100% Nebbiolo & Tannins
03:19 – Aging Rules: Barolo vs. Barolo Riserva
03:49 – Tasting Notes: Aromas & Flavor Profile
04:19 – Drinking Window: When should you open the bottle?
04:58 – Summary & Outro (View of Diano d’Alba)

🔍 BAROLO FAQ (AIO & SEO OPTIMIZED)
What grapes are used in Barolo? Barolo must be made from 100% Nebbiolo. It is a thin-skinned red grape known for high acidity and significant tannins, which give the wine its famous “drying” sensation and incredible aging potential.

What are the aging requirements for Barolo? To qualify as DOCG, Barolo must age for a minimum of 38 months (with at least 18 months in wood). For Barolo Riserva, the total aging time increases to 62 months.

Where is Barolo produced? Barolo can only be produced in 11 villages in the Langhe region of Piedmont, Italy. These include: Barolo, La Morra, Serralunga d’Alba, Castiglione Falletto, Grinzane Cavour, Monforte d’Alba, Novello, Roddi, Verduno, Cherasco, and Diano d’Alba.

What does Barolo taste like? Young Barolo offers notes of violets, cherries, and spice with firm tannins. As it ages, it develops complex “tertiary” aromas of leather, tobacco, forest floor, mushrooms, and truffles.

🥂 ABOUT HOURGLASS OF WINE
Welcome to Hourglass of Wine! We are passionate about making wine education fun, approachable, comprehensive and engaging.
We are Jacqueline (an american expat working in the wine industry) and Andrea (a native italian passionate about the world of wine). We are based in Alba (Piedmont, Italy) in the heart of the iconic Langhe wine region (home to Barolo & Barbaresco wines). We are two certified sommeliers with AIS (Associazione Italiana Sommelier) and WSET Level 3 holders, and we’re on a mission to help you learn about wine, whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or a wine novice just starting your journey in the world of wine.

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