Ca del Baio
Barbaresco Vallegrande Riserva Viti Vecchie 2020
| Denomination | DOCG Barbaresco Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | After racking, the wine matures for 30 months in second and third use Slavonian oak barrels and, finally, is aged in bottle for 12 months before being released to the market. |
Description
What kind of wine it is
Vallegrande Riserva Viti Vecchie by Ca’ del Baio is a red wine from Piedmont with great character, a pure expression of Nebbiolo from the Barbaresco area, fermented in wood or steel and aged in oak barrels. In the glass, it displays a bright garnet red colour, accompanied by an intense aromatic bouquet ranging from blood orange to blackberries, with notes of violet, rhubarb and incense. On the palate, it is dry and harmonious, with a velvety texture and well-balanced tannins. The finish is warm, long and persistent, making it the ideal companion for refined dishes such as roasts, fondues and long-aged cheeses.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in Piedmont, in the municipality of Treiso, within the renowned Vallegrande area. The grapes come from vines over forty years old, with optimal west-facing exposure and deep roots in soils composed of grey calcareous-sandy marl. These soil characteristics give the Nebbiolo remarkable aromatic intensity and a distinct structure. The enhancement of individual plots allows the identity of the territory to be reflected, ensuring expressive clarity and a pleasant continuity on the palate.
How it is produced
The harvest is carried out by hand between late September and early October. The must ferments at a controlled temperature in wooden or steel vats, with regular punch-downs to support the activity of natural yeasts. The process continues with a submerged cap maceration of about sixty days. Afterwards, the wine matures for thirty months in second and third passage Slavonian oak barrels, completing its evolution with a bottle ageing of twelve months before being released to the market.
History and Curiosities
The Barbaresco Vallegrande Riserva celebrates the tradition of the Treiso area, originating from vines over 40 years old. Its classic cream-coloured label is adorned with an illustration of a horse, while production adheres to ‘The Green Experience’, demonstrating the Ca’ del Baio winery’s commitment to sustainability and environmental protection.
Awards
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2020
4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2020
94/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2020
2This guide is highly respected and offers the most comprehensive review of Italian wines. It has a long tradition and is based on blind tastings carried out by over 100 experts.
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2020
97/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2020
95/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2020
4Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1870
- Oenologist: Giulio Grasso
- Bottles produced: 145.000
- Hectares: 31
The natural heritage of 31 hectares of vineyards is concentrated mainly on the most suitable places for the production of Barbaresco: Marcarini, Pora, Asili, Vallegrande.
A biological management and non-invasive winemaking techniques, which also exclude the filtration of wines and contemplate the use of large barrels, allow a clear reading of the vintages and terroirs. And the not happy vintage, as it was considered 2014, actually only partially in the Babaresco area, highlights the fabric of the skilled winemaker.
The wines are very expressive, fragrant, elegant and balanced. In this sensory gallery of great breath, the champions of race stand out even higher ... Read more
| Name | Ca del Baio Barbaresco Vallegrande Riserva Viti Vecchie 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Barbaresco DOCG |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Ca del Baio |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Barbaresco Vallegrande Riserva celebrates the tradition of the Treiso area, originating from vines over 40 years old. Its classic cream-coloured label is adorned with an illustration of a horse, while production adheres to ‘The Green Experience’, demonstrating the Ca’ del Baio winery’s commitment to sustainability and environmental protection. |
| Origin | Treiso, Piedmont, Italy |
| Soil composition | Grey calcareous-sandy marls |
| Harvest | From late September to early October |
| Fermentation temperature | Controlled temperature |
| Fermentation | Approximately 60 days |
| Production technique | Controlled temperature fermentation in wooden vats (or steel tanks), with punching down and prolonged submerged cap maceration |
| Wine making | The crushing of the grapes, which are hand-picked and selected from certain micro-areas of the Vallegrande cru, produces the must that ferments, with maceration at a controlled temperature, in wooden vats. During the vigorous phase of fermentation, two punch-downs per day allow for the proper extraction of colours and aromas from the skins. Afterwards, the wine remains with the cap submerged for a long period, around 60 days. |
| Aging | After racking, the wine matures for 30 months in second and third use Slavonian oak barrels and, finally, is aged in bottle for 12 months before being released to the market. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |