Giacomo Borgogno & Figli

Langhe Freisa

9.024 ratings
8.99 pro ratings
Langhe, Cuneo, Piedmont, Italy
Freisa
Venison, Chicken, Game, Cream Sauces, Stew, Ribs, Polenta, Cheese Sauces
Top Notes For
Sean Genn

Unmistakably Piedmont. Almost like a cross between Barbera and Nebbiolo. Bright strawberry and raspberry fruit on the nose and palate but with similar body and tannin structure to Nebbiolo. Great for the price.

Unmistakably Piedmont. Almost like a cross between Barbera and Nebbiolo. Bright strawberry and raspberry fruit on the nose and palate but with similar body and tannin structure to Nebbiolo. Great for the price.

1 person found it helpfulFeb 19th, 2017
Nniccolò Contenta

Freisa is the shit because of its ability to be offensive upon immediate evaluation but with time and patience it will open up and seduce you somehow someway. While sharing similar nebbiolo characteristics it is opposite in approachability and not nearly as obvious in its appeal. Robert Parker once described it as producing totally repugnant wines and that all the more confirms my point of view. #saltyraspberries #friesa

Freisa is the shit because of its ability to be offensive upon immediate evaluation but with time and patience it will open up and seduce you somehow someway. While sharing similar nebbiolo characteristics it is opposite in approachability and not nearly as obvious in its appeal. Robert Parker once described it as producing totally repugnant wines and that all the more confirms my point of view. #saltyraspberries #friesa

1 person found it helpfulMay 22nd, 2016
Rubychick

All herbal and savoury, a lovely introduction to a new variety

All herbal and savoury, a lovely introduction to a new variety

Jun 16th, 2016
Michael Centanni

Med ruby with pinkish edge. Med+ viscosity. Red berries cherry med. intensity. Med body tannins are a lovely med. soft with med acid med alcohol. Very nicely balanced Friesa

Med ruby with pinkish edge. Med+ viscosity. Red berries cherry med. intensity. Med body tannins are a lovely med. soft with med acid med alcohol. Very nicely balanced Friesa

Feb 25th, 2016
David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

8.7

Strawberry, cherry, violet floral nose. Enters as all mid red fruits, dry semi sweet, with perfume violet florals and mid level tannins

Strawberry, cherry, violet floral nose. Enters as all mid red fruits, dry semi sweet, with perfume violet florals and mid level tannins

May 6th, 2015
Laura Fashoda

Nice floral aroma, with bright cherry. Palate is well balanced--slight acid and a touch of tannin. New varietal for me and really loving it.

Nice floral aroma, with bright cherry. Palate is well balanced--slight acid and a touch of tannin. New varietal for me and really loving it.

Apr 10th, 2017
David D

On the lighter side, very dry. Delicious.

On the lighter side, very dry. Delicious.

May 25th, 2015
aisforalan

dry. light.

dry. light.

May 25th, 2015
jarred gild

Head Wine Buyer Western Market

8.9

jarred had this 8 years ago

jarred had this 8 years ago

Jun 17th, 2016
Joe Carroll

Owner/Wine Director Spuyten Duyvil, Fette Sau, St. Anselm & Gotham Artisanal Provisions

8.8

Joe had this 9 years ago

Joe had this 9 years ago

Jan 14th, 2016