- Last updated on April 3, 2023
Welcome! This is our Giulio Cocchi Barolo Chinato review.
Giulio Cocchi Barolo Chinato is a unique and complex wine that is produced by infusing Barolo wine with a blend of herbs and spices.
This traditional method has been used for over a century and is a true representation of the region’s winemaking heritage.
The wine has a long and rich history, having been enjoyed as a medicinal tonic in the past. Today, it is enjoyed as a dessert wine and is best served chilled.
Find below our Giulio Cocchi Barolo Chinato full review along with our food pairings recommendations, serving tips, curiosity, and where you can buy it.
Let’s begin!
Our Giulio Cocchi Barolo Chinato Review
- Brand: Cantina Giulio Cocchi
- Grape Varietal:Â Nebbiolo
- Region:Â Italy, Piemonte
- Tasting Notes: Aromatic Herbs notes
- Glass & Serving: Aroma Collector / 61-64 °F (16-18 °C) s
- Price Range: ~$60
- Bottle Size: 750 ml
Giulio Cocchi Barolo Chinato review: What's its color?
Giulio Cocchi Barolo Chinato has a deep garnet color with amber reflections, indicating its age and the infusion of spices.
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Giulio Cocchi Barolo Chinato taste like?
Giulio Cocchi Barolo Chinato is entirely made from Nebbiolo grapes.
A mixture of china calissaia and aromatic herbs are added to the wine and aged for a few months in stainless-stell tanks and in bottle there after.
On the nose, it offers a unique and complex bouquet of aromas.
The wine has intense notes of spices, such as cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg, as well as hints of orange peel and licorice.
There are also subtle notes of dark fruit, such as black cherry and plum, adding a touch of sweetness to the wine.
Is Giulio Cocchi Barolo Chinato sweet?
Yes, it’s sweet. Giulio Cocchi Barolo Chinato wine is a very sweet wine.
Very sweet wine contains less than 100 g/L.
Learn more about wine sweetness level here.
Giulio Cocchi Barolo Chinato review: Which food pairs well with it?
Cappellano Barolo Chinato is best enjoyed as a digestif after a meal, served alongside desserts such as chocolate cake, fruit tarts, or hazelnut-based desserts.
The wine also pairs well with aged cheeses, such as Gorgonzola or Parmigiano Reggiano.
Giulio Cocchi Barolo Chinato review: What's its alcohol content?
Giulio Cocchi Barolo Chinato wine’s alcohol content is 16%.
In case you wonder about alcohol content or more precisely Alcohol By Volume, i.e. ABV, measure the alcoholic strength of a drink.
There is a direct relationship between the sugar left in the wine after the alcoholic fermentation has taken place, i.e. Residual Sugar or RS, and ABV.
During alcoholic fermentation, the yeast transforms the sugar in the grape juice into alcohol.
Grapes with high residual sugar will therefore produce dry wine with a high ABV.
How many calories are in a glass of Giulio Cocchi Barolo Chinato wine?
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture [1] a 5-ounce glass will contain about 120 to 130 calories.
Alcohol contains 7 calories per gram. So a wine with high ABV will have a higher calories per glass than a wine with low ABV.
Furthermore, sugar contributes to the calorie count.
A dry wine will usually have 4 calories per grams vs a sweet wine that will have around 20 calories per grams of carbs, which include sugar.
Since this is a very sweet wine expect more than 120 calories per 5-ounce glass.
What is Cantina Giulio Cocchi?
Here is an extract from a review on Cantina Giulio Cocchi:
“What defines Cocchi style is then its elegance and authenticity:
the quality of the wine and of the other ingredients, the century-old technical expertise and a passion and creativity that have never failed over the years.
Since 2012 Giulio Cocchi is inscribed in the National Register of the Historic Companies in Italy for its first 130 years of uninterrupted activity.“
Conclusion
Giulio Cocchi Barolo Chinato is a unique and complex wine that combines the richness of Barolo with the aromatic and flavorful herbs and spices of the chinato infusion.
The infusion of herbs and spices adds a level of complexity and depth to the wine, making it a unique and enjoyable experience.
Its versatility as a dessert wine, as well as its traditional use as a medicinal tonic, makes it a must-try for any wine enthusiast.
Giulio Cocchi Barolo Chinato is a wine to be savored and appreciated, and is a true representation of the rich history and heritage of Italian winemaking.
Once you had it, we’d love to know your opinion, so reach out and let’s know what you think! Enjoy!
