Barbaresco DOCG Nebbiolo Rabajà Riserva Red Vietti

Origin: Barbaresco, Piedmont, Italy

Grape Variety: Nebbiolo

Color: Intense garnet red with orange hues typical of Nebbiolo undergoing aging

Nose: Elegant and complex, with hints of ripe wild berries, cherry, dried rose, and balsamic notes. In the background, nuances of licorice, tobacco, and a touch of sweet spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg can be perceived.

Palate: Dry, full-bodied, and well-structured, with velvety and powerful yet balanced tannins. The palate is enveloped by notes of ripe red fruit and refined minerality, with a long aromatic persistence that reflects the unique terroir of the Rabajà cru.

Alcohol content: 14.5%

Serving temperature: 18-20° C

Pairings: Ideal with red meat dishes, roasts, game, braised meats, and aged cheeses. Also perfect with traditional Piedmontese dishes such as braised beef in Barolo and fondue.

Terroir: The Rabajà vineyard, located in the Langhe, enjoys an ideal microclimate and clay-limestone soils that give the wine structure and complexity. The Nebbiolo vines in this area sink their roots into mineral-rich soil, benefiting from excellent exposure that promotes optimal grape ripening.

Vinification: After manual harvesting, the grapes undergo a long maceration to best extract the varietal characteristics of the Nebbiolo. This is followed by aging in oak barrels for a minimum of 36 months, giving the wine a solid structure and aromatic complexity.

Description: The 2019 Vietti Barbaresco DOCG Rabajà Riserva is a celebration of the elegance of Nebbiolo and the Barbaresco territory. Thanks to its imposing structure and rich range of aromas, the wine represents a profound tasting experience, ideal for those seeking a high-class Barolo that reflects the authenticity of the Langhe. The prolonged aging in the cellar enhances its characteristics, making it a wine for collecting and aging, with exceptional potential for evolution.

Classification: DOCG

Type: Red Wine

Allergens: Contains sulfites

Awards and ratings: The 2019 Vietti Barbaresco DOCG Riserva Rabajà has received the following accolades:

• Vinous (Antonio Galloni): 95 points. Galloni describes the wine as "absolutely irresistible," highlighting a captivating bouquet with notes of crushed flowers, herbs, mint, and orange peel.

• Wine Advocate: 96 points. The wine is praised for its lush and well-rounded fruit, with a generous disposition of wild mountain blueberries, grenadine, and watermelon candy.

• James Suckling: 95 points. Suckling notes transparent and clear aromas of cherries and forest fruits, with some cedar and lavender, fading into a medium body, with fine, round tannins and a delicious finish.

• Wine Enthusiast: 94 points. The wine emerges from the glass with aromas of black raspberry jam, blue violets, sweet spices, and subtle herbal notes. On the palate, it is polished and lush, with tart cherries standing out, while vibrant acidity keeps the palate fresh and rounded tannins carry the wine to the savory finish.

Philosophy: Integrated production.

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