Borgogno is famous for its library, but stocks are finally dwindling. We managed to grab the last significant chunk of the 1976 Riserva. This is your "Wednesday Night" history lesson. 1976 was a difficult vintage that has aged into something beautiful—delicate, savory, and full of dried autumn leaves and spice. At this price, with this quantity available, this is the perfect bottle to buy by the case to serve at dinner parties. It’s rare to be able to pour a 50-year-old Barolo for a crowd—don't miss this.
1976 Borgogno Barolo Riserva
92 PTS
— Orazio Campoli, February 2026
About the Producer
Founded in 1761, Giacomo Borgogno & Figli is one of the oldest and most historic names in Barolo. Located in the heart of the village of Barolo, it long served as a wine of royal dinners and Italian unification, and it is famous for its library of older vintages, cellared at the estate for decades before release.
Under the Farinetti family, owners since 2008, the winery has returned to strictly traditional methods: fermentation in concrete and long ageing in large Slavonian oak botti. Its crus include Cannubi and Liste, and the No Name Nebbiolo, a declassified Barolo, has become a rebellious staple.
The library releases show what that patience means. The 1964 Riserva, from one of the great classic vintages, has resolved into a seamless, ethereal texture. The 1978 Riserva, from the greatest vintage of its era, is still powerful and vigorous, with tar, iron and dark fruit, while the 1976, from a difficult year, has aged into something delicate and savory, full of dried autumn leaves and spice.
Vintage Context
1976 Vintage
★★★☆☆
Fairly powerful, balanced and fine wines with a delicate bouquet.