Barolo, 1950. Virna Borgogno was the first woman in Italy to earn a degree in Enological Technique, and her family's vineyard holdings trace back to 1720. Three generations now work the program. Virna, Ivana, and Lorenzo produce Nebbiolo, Barbera, and Dolcetto, including Barolo DOCG selections of Noi, del Comune di Barolo, Cannubi, Sarmassa, Brunate, and Riserva, alongside Barbaresco DOCG Montersino and Dolcetto d'Alba DOC, Barbera d'Alba DOC, and Langhe DOC wines. The tasting room overlooks the historic Cannubi vineyard. Guided tours with tastings range from €30 to €100 per person.
Yes — VIRNA Az. Agr. di Borgogno Virna s.s.a. has a tasting room open to visitors. Visits are by reservation, so book ahead rather than dropping in.
VIRNA Az. Agr. di Borgogno Virna s.s.a. focuses on Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto. Signature bottles include Barolo DOCG Noi, Barolo DOCG del Comune di Barolo, Barolo DOCG Cannubi, Barolo DOCG Sarmassa, Barolo DOCG Brunate, Barolo DOCG Riserva, Barbaresco DOCG Montersino, Dolcetto d'Alba DOC, Barbera d'Alba DOC, Barbera d'Alba DOC San Giovanni, Langhe DOC Nebbiolo, Langhe DOC Bianco. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
VIRNA Az. Agr. di Borgogno Virna s.s.a.'s tasting fee: €30-100 per person. Fees change with the season and the experience booked, so confirm the current price when you reserve.
Yes, VIRNA Az. Agr. di Borgogno Virna s.s.a. offers vineyard tours. Options include: Barolo MGA Experience, Full Immersion, Barolo Verticale and Winemaker Experience. Tour spots fill before standard tasting reservations. Book your tour and tasting together when you reserve.
VIRNA Az. Agr. di Borgogno Virna s.s.a. is in Barolo, CN, in the Piemonte wine region. Phone: 329 909 7794. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
VIRNA Az. Agr. di Borgogno Virna s.s.a. was established in 1950, giving the estate 76 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at VIRNA Az. Agr. di Borgogno Virna s.s.a. is led by Virna Borgogno, Ivana Borgogno, Lorenzo. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.