Barbaresco 'Rabajà' Giuseppe Cortese

Barbaresco DOCG • Piedmont • Cortese Giuseppe
Category
Red Wines
Region
Piedmont
Denomination
Barbaresco DOCG
Alcohol
14.5%
Vinification
Spontaneous alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts and maceration for three weeks on the skins
Aging
20-22 months in big Slavonian oak barrels, then 10 months in bottle
Grape varieties
Nebbiolo 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This Barbaresco DOCG stands as a benchmark for Piedmont's highest quality classification. With 14.5% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. Crafted from Nebbiolo 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. The palate shows depth and structure, with a finish that lingers pleasantly. The fruit is sourced from vineyards 25-years-old vines located on soil rich in morainic debris and porphyritic stone. Vinification: spontaneous alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts and maceration for three weeks on the skins. The wine is aged 20-22 months in big Slavonian oak barrels, then 10 months in bottle. A wine showcasing the fog-kissed hills of the Langhe.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game
🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs

About Piedmont Wine Region

Piedmont is renowned worldwide for Barolo and Barbaresco, its two great Nebbiolo-based expressions.

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