Roagna
Barbaresco Albesani 2020
| Denomination | DOCG Barbaresco |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | Long ageing in large neutral barrels and in concrete for about 5 years |
- Vintage and origin: Barbaresco Albesani 2020, Nebbiolo grown in Neive, Piedmont
- Complex aromas: hints of violet, wild berries, damp earth, balsamic notes and leather
- Taste profile: pronounced acidity, well-integrated soft tannins, long and savoury persistence
- Vinification: fermentation with indigenous yeasts in wood, maceration for 60-70 days
- Ageing: 5 years in neutral barrels and concrete, from vines over 40 years old
Description
What kind of wine it is
Roagna Barbaresco Albesani is a still red wine made from Nebbiolo grapes. Its aromatic profile reveals hints of violet petals and wild berries, enriched by notes of damp earth, subtle blood nuances, balsamic accents, and a delicate trace of leather. On the palate, it displays a solid acidic backbone and velvety tannins that are perfectly integrated, giving it a deep texture. The sip evolves with pinpoint precision, culminating in a long and savoury finish that enhances the entire tasting progression.
Where it comes from
Originating from Piedmont, this wine is produced in the Albesani cru of Neive, within the Barbaresco area. The vines sink their roots into clay-limestone soils, which are essential for imparting structure and savouriness to the wine. The plot includes old vines planted from the 1950s onwards; an ecosystem that ensures optimal ripening, resulting in a clear aromatic expression and an elegant, defined tannic structure.
How it is produced
The harvest, carried out by hand once full physiological ripeness is reached, is preceded by two rigorous selections of the grape bunches. Fermentation takes place in wooden vats thanks to the action of indigenous yeasts. This is followed by a traditional submerged cap maceration lasting almost two months, aimed at encouraging a slow extraction. The wine then matures for about five years in large neutral barrels and in concrete, a process that shapes the tannins while faithfully preserving the characteristics of the grape variety.
History and Curiosities
Produced in Neive on prized clay-limestone soils, the Barbaresco Albesani 2020 by Roagna expresses the authentic soul of Piedmont. This superb Nebbiolo has its roots in old vineyards dating back to the 1950s, offering a sip with exceptional structure, enriched by velvety tannins and a long, savoury finish. The five-year ageing process enhances its complex bouquet, where scents of violet petals and wild berries blend with captivating balsamic notes. An oenological masterpiece, ideal for a refined and thrilling tasting experience.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Oenologist: Alfredo Roagna, Luca Roagna
- Bottles produced: 30.000
- Hectares: 15
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| Name | Roagna Barbaresco Albesani 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Barbaresco DOCG |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Roagna |
| Story | History and Curiosities Produced in Neive on prized clay-limestone soils, the Barbaresco Albesani 2020 by Roagna expresses the authentic soul of Piedmont. This superb Nebbiolo has its roots in old vineyards dating back to the 1950s, offering a sip with exceptional structure, enriched by velvety tannins and a long, savoury finish. The five-year ageing process enhances its complex bouquet, where scents of violet petals and wild berries blend with captivating balsamic notes. An oenological masterpiece, ideal for a refined and thrilling tasting experience. |
| Origin | Neive (Albesani), Piemonte |
| Soil composition | Clay-limestone soils |
| Fermentation | About 10 days |
| Production technique | Fermentation exclusively in wooden vats with pied de cuve of indigenous yeasts; traditional submerged cap maceration; long maturation in large neutral barrels and in concrete. |
| Wine making | Fermentation exclusively in wooden vats with pied de cuve of indigenous yeasts (about 10 days); traditional submerged cap maceration for 60–70 days; long maturation in large neutral barrels and in concrete for about 5 years. |
| Aging | Long ageing in large neutral barrels and in concrete for about 5 years |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |