Produttori del Barbaresco
Barbaresco Rabajà Riserva 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Barbaresco Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | 36 months in oak barrels and 8 months in bottle |
- Vintage and grape variety: 2021, 100% Nebbiolo from the Rabajà cru in Barbaresco (Piedmont)
- Vinification: 24 days in steel at 30°C with skins and frequent pump-overs
- Ageing: 36 months in large oak barrels followed by 9 months in bottle
- Ratings: 97 points from James Suckling and 97 points from Vinous for the 2021 vintage
- Tasting profile and pairings: structure and freshness; ideal with game, red meats and mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Barbaresco Riserva Rabaja by Produttori del Barbaresco is a red wine that embodies the essence of Nebbiolo. It appears with an intense ruby colour enriched by garnet reflections. The bouquet is characterised by notes of ripe cherry, raspberry and blueberry, blending with hints of violet and earthy nuances of undergrowth. On the palate, it displays a significant structure and a full body, supported by a pleasant freshness and well-integrated tannins. The finish is persistent, with delicate smoky notes. It is perfect paired with game dishes, red meats, robust risottos and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
This wine originates from the renowned Rabajà cru, located in the heart of Barbaresco, Piedmont. The vineyards are situated on hillsides that benefit from excellent south-west exposure, an ideal condition for the perfect ripening of the grapes. The terroir is distinguished by clay-limestone soils with sandy veins, a geological composition that gives the wine strength and identity. The result is a glass that harmoniously combines power and finesse, reflecting the complexity and precise flavour profile typical of this exceptional area.
How it is produced
The production process involves manual harvesting of the grape bunches. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature for twenty-four days. During this phase, prolonged contact with the skins and pump-overs ensure optimal extraction of colour and structure. The wine then matures in large oak barrels for thirty-six months, developing elegance and stability. Finally, a bottle ageing of nine months completes the cycle, resulting in an enveloping red, with firm tannins and extraordinary longevity.
History and Curiosities
Originating from the renowned cru Rabajà, this exceptional Barbaresco Riserva 2021 celebrates the legacy of the Produttori del Barbaresco, a historic establishment founded in 1958 that today brings together over 50 families. The prized Nebbiolo grapes, harvested entirely by hand, mature for 36 months in large oak barrels. The excellence of this vintage, awarded 97 points by critics, reflects an authentic tradition expressed in a structured and harmonious profile, ideal for elegantly accompanying any prestigious table.
Awards
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2021
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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2021
97/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1958
- Oenologist: Fabio Accomasso, Gianni Testa
- Bottles produced: 500.000
- Hectares: 120
Day after day, generation after generation, over fifty families tend the precious Nebbiolo vineyards to produce the finest grapes. The fruit of their labour is delivered to the Winery they founded in 1958 where, with care and respect, it is transformed into Barbaresco wine. Read more
| Name | Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco Rabaja Riserva 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Barbaresco DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Produttori del Barbaresco |
| Story | History and Curiosities Originating from the renowned cru Rabajà, this exceptional Barbaresco Riserva 2021 celebrates the legacy of the Produttori del Barbaresco, a historic establishment founded in 1958 that today brings together over 50 families. The prized Nebbiolo grapes, harvested entirely by hand, mature for 36 months in large oak barrels. The excellence of this vintage, awarded 97 points by critics, reflects an authentic tradition expressed in a structured and harmonious profile, ideal for elegantly accompanying any prestigious table. |
| Origin | Barbaresco (CN) |
| Soil composition | Argilloso-calcareo con venature sabbiose |
| Harvest | From the end of September to the end of October |
| Fermentation temperature | 30 °C |
| Fermentation | 24 days |
| Production technique | Manual harvesting in small perforated baskets; fermentation of the must in stainless steel at a controlled temperature (30 °C) for 24 days on the skins with frequent pumping over; ageing in large oak barrels and subsequent ageing in bottle |
| Wine making | The must is fermented in stainless steel at 30°C for 24 days on the skins, with frequent pump-overs. After racking, the new wine remains in tank until the following September, when it begins maturation in wood for 1–2 years. |
| Aging | 36 months in oak barrels and 8 months in bottle |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |