Vietti
Barbaresco Roncaglie 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Barbaresco |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | Aged for approximately 30 months in a combination of large Slovenian oak barrels (mainly) and a small proportion in French barriques. |
- Origin Roncaglie: 100% Nebbiolo from Barbaresco, vineyards located between 240 and 280 metres above sea level
- Vinification: 3 weeks' fermentation in steel, with cold maceration and submerged cap
- Ageing: around 30 months in large oak casks, with a small proportion in barriques
- Tasting notes: hints of red fruits and rose; minerality, silky tannins and an almond finish
- Style and awards: vegan, unfiltered, reduced sulphites; rated up to 98 points by Vinous
Description
What kind of wine it is
Vietti Barbaresco Roncaglie Masseria is a still red wine made exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes in the renowned Barbaresco area. It displays a ruby red colour enriched with elegant garnet hues, introducing a complex aromatic profile where notes of raspberry, blackberry, rose, mint and liquorice coexist. On the palate, it reveals a full body, supported by vibrant minerality and a silky, mature tannin. The balance between fresh acidity and imposing structure culminates in a persistent finish, characterised by a typical almond note.
Where it comes from
This Nebbiolo originates in Piedmont, in the prestigious Roncaglie Masseria geographical designation located in the municipality of Barbaresco. The vineyards are situated at an altitude between 240 and 280 metres above sea level, with an optimal south-west exposure. The vines, trained using the Guyot system, take root in calcareous-clay soils rich in Sant’Agata Marl. This specific geological formation gives the grapes extraordinary concentration and defines a precise territorial identity, which translates in the glass into a fresh, elegant wine with marked structural finesse.
How it is produced
Production begins with manual harvesting and fermentation in steel in contact with the skins. The process includes cold maceration and the use of the submerged cap technique, essential for extracting colour and structure with great delicacy. Malolactic fermentation takes place in wood and is followed by careful ageing in oak barrels, mainly of large size. This wine, suitable for those following a vegan lifestyle, is bottled without filtration to preserve its integrity. To best appreciate it, it is recommended to decant for one hour before serving it alongside roasts, game or mature cheeses.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1873, the historic winery Vietti signs this prestigious Barbaresco DOCG, born from the prized grapes of the MGA Roncaglie. Distinguished by a constant commitment to sustainability, the estate enhances the Piedmontese terroir through a truly artisanal approach. The meticulous care devoted to every stage, from manual harvesting to bottling without filtration, produces a Nebbiolo of exceptional purity. This masterpiece, awarded 98 points by Vinous, harmoniously blends the ancient family heritage with the highest oenological excellence.
Awards
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2021
95/100
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
- Start up year: 1873
- Oenologist: Eugenio Palumbo
- Bottles produced: 600.000
- Hectares: 75
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| Name | Vietti Barbaresco Roncaglie 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green 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 | Vietti |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1873, the historic winery Vietti signs this prestigious Barbaresco DOCG, born from the prized grapes of the MGA Roncaglie. Distinguished by a constant commitment to sustainability, the estate enhances the Piedmontese terroir through a truly artisanal approach. The meticulous care devoted to every stage, from manual harvesting to bottling without filtration, produces a Nebbiolo of exceptional purity. This masterpiece, awarded 98 points by Vinous, harmoniously blends the ancient family heritage with the highest oenological excellence. |
| Origin | MGA Roncaglie Masseria, in the municipality of Barbaresco (Piedmont), Italy |
| Soil composition | Calcareous-clayey, limestone, clay and Sant’Agata marl |
| Plants per hectare | 4600 vines per hectare |
| Fermentation | About 3 weeks |
| Production technique | Alcoholic fermentation in steel tanks in contact with the skins with regular pumping over, with pre- and post-fermentation cold maceration using the traditional submerged cap method; malolactic fermentation in wood; ageing in large barrels |
| Wine making | Alcoholic fermentation for about 3 weeks in stainless steel tanks in contact with the skins, with regular pump-overs; includes pre- and post-fermentation cold maceration using the traditional submerged cap method. Malolactic fermentation carried out in wood. |
| Aging | Aged for approximately 30 months in a combination of large Slovenian oak barrels (mainly) and a small proportion in French barriques. |
| Total acidity | 6.05 gr/L |
| PH | 3.45 |
| Residual sugar | 0.82 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |