PREVE RISERVA
HISTORIC ARCHIVE 2001
BODEGA GIANNI GAGLIARDO SERRALUNGA D'ALBA • ITALY
"The echo of a legendary vintage: the indomitable power of Serralunga transformed by time into a mystical elegance."
An Unrivaled Collector's Piece
By purchasing the Barolo Preve Riserva 2001 Gianni Gagliardo, you acquire the liquid testimony of why the Nebbiolo grape is eternal. Sourced from one of the most iconic plots in Serralunga d'Alba, this exclusive Italian Piedmont DOCG collector's wine was conceived for immortality. Following a minimum aging of 5 years before its initial rest and two decades in the darkness of the Gianni Gagliardo winery's Archivio Storico, the wine has traded its youthful tannic strength for breathtaking tertiary complexity. It is an experience reserved for moments of introspection or historic celebrations.
1. Identity Profile
Specific Origin: Vigna Preve (MGA Lazzarito), Serralunga d'Alba, Piedmont, Italy.
Winery: Gianni Gagliardo.
Vintage: 2001 (Considered by critics as one of the vintages of the century in Barolo).
Aging: Riserva process with decades of bottle refinement under the direct control of the winery.
Edition: Limited and numbered (Archivio Storico).
SKU: GG-PREVE-RISERVA-2001
Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier Notes (Tasting 2026)
Appearance: Deep garnet with a marked, bright orange rim, a reflection of its noble maturity.
Nose: An explosion of tertiary notes: sweet tar, dried roses, white truffle, eucalyptus balsamic, old leather, ash, and very subtle stewed fruit.
Palate: Superb. The tannins, originally massive, now feel like liquid velvet. It possesses an acidity that still keeps it alive and vibrant, with a finish that persists for minutes with echoes of sweet spices and iron-rich minerality.
3. Architecture of the Preve Riserva 2001
4. Pairing and Ritual of Excellence
Gastronomy: A wine of this level is the main course in itself. However, it pairs divinely with highly sophisticated dishes: long-braised game meats, partridge with black truffle, or simply a piece of very aged Castelmagno cheese. It is the perfect companion for a premium cigar at the end of an evening.
Service: Serve at 18°C. VERY IMPORTANT: As a 25-year-old wine, it requires careful decanting to separate sediment, but it should be done just before serving so as not to exhaust its ancient aromas.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is it risky to buy a 2001 wine?
Normally yes, but as an 'Archivio Storico' edition, the traceability and storage conditions are guaranteed by the Gianni Gagliardo winery itself, minimizing any risk.
How much longer can it last?
Although it is already at a moment of absolute fullness, its Serralunga structure will allow it to remain at this level of glory for another 10 to 15 years without issues.
Why is the Lazzarito vineyard so expensive?
Lazzarito is one of the few Barolo "Crus" with perfect orientation and soil composition, producing wines with longevity that exceeds the appellation average.