Produttori del Barbaresco : Barbaresco 2018

A refined Barbaresco red wine with a rich aromatic palette

The estate

Located in the Piedmont region, in Northern Italy, Produttori del Barbaresco was founded by the priest of the village of Barbaresco in 1958. In fact, in order to save the small local vineyards and perpetuate their know-how, he decided to merge the land of nineteen small producers together and make one estate. The wines by Produttori del Barbaresco are renowned for their elegance, full-bodied character and broad range of aromas.

The vineyard

Produttori del Barbaresco reigns over a vineyard of 100 hectares. The vines are planted on a tapestry of terroirs with clay soil in the heart of the "pre-alpine" hills at an altitude of between 200 and 400 metres.

The wine

Produttori del Barbaresco's 2018 Barbaresco is made from a selection of vineyards belonging to 54 winegrowers, planted on calcium-rich clay-limestone soils.

Vinification and ageing

Following the harvest, the grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks. Maceration for 24 days with pumping over two or three times a day. Malolactic fermentation. The wine is aged for 24 months in large oak barrels.

The blend

Nebbiolo (100%).

Barbaresco 2018 by Produttori del Barbaresco: Characteristics and tasting tips

The tasting

This Barbaresco wine exudes intense fruity and spicy aromas. The finish is seductive with a delicate tannic structure and balance.

Food and wine pairing

This Italian wine will complement fresh pasta, pizzas or white and red meat.

Cellaring

Enjoy now, this 2018 Barbaresco by Produttori del Barbaresco can be cellared until 2038 to reveal its full range of aromas.