La Ca Nova
Barbaresco Montestefano 2022
| Denomination | DOCG Barbaresco |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
Description
What kind of wine it is
Barbaresco Montestefano by La Ca’ Nova is a refined red wine from Piedmont, a pure expression of Nebbiolo grapes. Visually, it stands out for its intense garnet red hue, which can develop delicate orange reflections over time. The aromatic bouquet is complex, with clear notes of ripe red fruit, sweet spices and leather, intertwined with subtle hints of undergrowth and liquorice. On the palate, it offers a full and harmonious sip, with a dry profile, supported by elegant and finely integrated tannins. The tasting experience concludes with a long mineral persistence, enhanced by enveloping notes of tobacco.
Where it comes from
This red wine is born in the renowned vineyards of the Montestefano subzone, within the municipality of Barbaresco. Its production reflects the deep connection with the Barbaresco area and the historic Cella Monte estate, located among the hills of Monferrato. The winery’s roots date back to the seventeenth century and still preserve the evocative Infernot, or hand-dug underground chambers in a particular local limestone marl known as Pietra da Cantoni. This unique territory gives Nebbiolo an unmistakable structure, endowing it with an ageing potential that can easily exceed a decade.
How it is produced
Made exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes, the wine undergoes a meticulous fermentation and ageing process in barrels to best express its natural elegance. To fully appreciate its organoleptic qualities, it is recommended to decant for about an hour, serving the wine at a temperature between sixteen and eighteen degrees. Its solid tannic structure and broad body make it the ideal accompaniment for the rich regional cuisine. It pairs perfectly with classic Piedmontese agnolotti and impeccably enhances braised meats and game, also proving excellent alongside selections of mature cheeses.
History and Curiosities
The roots of the La Ca Nova winery date back to the 17th century, among the hills of Monferrato, where the estate preserves the rare Infernot, ancient underground chambers hand-carved into the Pietra da Cantoni. From this tradition comes the Barbaresco DOCG Montestefano, a pure expression of 2022 Nebbiolo grapes that embodies the authentic winemaking vocation of Piedmont. Awarded 94 points by Vinous, this elegant red wine boasts extraordinary potential, ideal for ageing for up to 15 years, allowing the absolute nobility of its terroir to be revealed over time.
Awards
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2022
94/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
The Infernot are small underground chambers entirely hand‑carved into the Pietra da Cantoni, a typical marl‑limestone sandstone that formed and settled beneath our hills millions of years ago. Read more
| Name | La Ca' Nova Barbaresco Montestefano 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Barbaresco DOCG |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | La Ca Nova |
| Story | History and Curiosities The roots of the La Ca Nova winery date back to the 17th century, among the hills of Monferrato, where the estate preserves the rare Infernot, ancient underground chambers hand-carved into the Pietra da Cantoni. From this tradition comes the Barbaresco DOCG Montestefano, a pure expression of 2022 Nebbiolo grapes that embodies the authentic winemaking vocation of Piedmont. Awarded 94 points by Vinous, this elegant red wine boasts extraordinary potential, ideal for ageing for up to 15 years, allowing the absolute nobility of its terroir to be revealed over time. |
| Origin | Montestefano (Barbaresco), Piedmont, Italy |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |