Barbaresco 'Rio Sordo' Musso

Barbaresco DOCG • Piedmont • Musso
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Musso
Region
Piedmont
Denomination
Barbaresco DOCG
Alcohol
14.5%
Vinification
Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with long maceration in which the mass is kept with the cap emerged and is subjected to periodic pumping-over
Aging
12 months in 50-hectoliter Slavonian oak barrels and 6 months in smaller 20-hectoliter barrels
Grape varieties
Nebbiolo 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This prestigious Barbaresco DOCG represents the pinnacle of Italian winemaking excellence. Its 14.5% alcohol content underpins a rich, muscular structure. Crafted from Nebbiolo 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards grapes from vines located on predominantly calcareous soil with a good proportion of clay, 250-300 meters above sea level, with southwest exposure. Vinification: fermentation in stainless steel tanks with long maceration in which the mass is kept with the cap emerged and is subjected to periodic pumping-over. The wine is aged 12 months in 50-hectoliter Slavonian oak barrels and 6 months in smaller 20-hectoliter barrels. A wine combining Piedmont's trademark power with finesse and complexity.

Food Pairings

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

About Piedmont Wine Region

The region's continental climate and varied soils create ideal conditions for both indigenous and international grape varieties.

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