La Spinetta
Barbaresco Starderi Vursù 2023
| Denomination | DOCG Barbaresco |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | Entirely in new French barriques with medium toasting for 20-22 months, then about 3 months in stainless steel tanks and around 12 months of bottle ageing. |
| Other years | 2020 , 2019 , 2022 , 2016 |
- Origin and grape: Nebbiolo from the Starderi cru in Neive, Barbaresco DOCG designation
- Aroma: notes of cherry and plum, violet, sweet spices and mineral accents
- Taste: dry and structured, soft tannins, persistent and flavourful finish
- Maturation: 20–22 months in new French barriques followed by 12 months in bottle
- Organic and serving: certified organic, suitable for vegans; serve at 16–18 °C after one hour of decanting
Description
What kind of wine it is
Barbaresco Starderi Vursù by La Spinetta is a red wine from Piedmont made from Nebbiolo grapes, an authentic expression of Barbaresco. On the palate, it is dry, full-bodied and structured, supported by well-integrated silky tannins that ensure excellent ageing potential. The aromatic profile weaves together notes of cherry, ripe plum and violet with sweet spices and clear mineral hints. Produced following organic farming practices, this wine is also suitable for a vegan choice, standing out for its harmony and character.
Where it comes from
It originates from the renowned Starderi cru, located in the municipality of Neive at around two hundred and thirty metres above sea level. The vines benefit from a south-west exposure and sink their roots into soils composed of bluish calcareous marl with slight percentages of clay. This particular soil composition imparts a deep mineral imprint to the wine, giving balance and depth to the taste. The advanced age of the vines encourages great expressive concentration, defining the typical structure of this prestigious Barbaresco area.
How it is produced
After careful harvesting, vinification begins with a temperature-controlled maceration in rotofermenters for about eight days, essential for extracting and preserving the primary aromas. The subsequent malolactic fermentation takes place in wood, followed by almost two years of ageing in new French barrels with medium toasting. A brief period in steel precedes the long final maturation, a crucial step to blend every single organoleptic component and deliver a sip with an enveloping and lasting profile.
History and Curiosities
First created in 1996 in the prestigious Starderi cru, this masterful Barbaresco DOCG expresses the most authentic soul of Piedmont according to the vision of the Rivetti brothers. The La Spinetta winery produces a limited edition of just 7,000 bottles a year, presented in elegant, heavy glass bottles that emphasise its exclusivity. The excellence of the 2023 vintage is confirmed by 97 points from James Suckling, an accolade that certifies its absolute quality. An extraordinary wine, perfect for creating unforgettable vertical tastings.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1977
- Oenologist: Giorgio Rivetti, Andrea Rivetti
- Bottles produced: 500.000
- Hectares: 100
| Name | La Spinetta Barbaresco Starderi Vursu 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Barbaresco DOCG |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | La Spinetta |
| Story | History and Curiosities First created in 1996 in the prestigious Starderi cru, this masterful Barbaresco DOCG expresses the most authentic soul of Piedmont according to the vision of the Rivetti brothers. The La Spinetta winery produces a limited edition of just 7,000 bottles a year, presented in elegant, heavy glass bottles that emphasise its exclusivity. The excellence of the 2023 vintage is confirmed by 97 points from James Suckling, an accolade that certifies its absolute quality. An extraordinary wine, perfect for creating unforgettable vertical tastings. |
| Origin | Starderi, Neive (Cuneo), Piemonte, Italia |
| Climate | Altitude: 270 m a.s.l. |
| Soil composition | Bluish calcareous marl with small percentages of clay |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Harvest | Early to mid-October |
| Fermentation temperature | Constant temperature |
| Fermentation | 7-8 days |
| Production technique | Maceration and fermentation in temperature-controlled rotofermenters; malolactic fermentation in oak barriques |
| Wine making | The maceration and fermentation process lasts 7-8 days in rotofermenters at controlled temperature; malolactic fermentation takes place in oak barriques. This is followed by maturation for 20-22 months in new medium-toast French barriques, a brief period in stainless steel tanks, and bottle ageing for about 12 months. |
| Aging | Entirely in new French barriques with medium toasting for 20-22 months, then about 3 months in stainless steel tanks and around 12 months of bottle ageing. |
| Year production | 7000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |