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Barbaresco DOCG Argè

A wine dedicated to the founders, Armando and his wife Gemma.

It is made from Nebbiolo grapes grown in three different family vineyards. A Barbaresco that is true to tradition, yet still approachable for those wishing to try Barbaresco for the first time.
Fruity and floral with an elegant spiciness, it pairs naturally with a variety of dishes and occasions.

Three, belonging to the Rocche Massalupo, Rizzi and Nervo Geographic Mentions (Crus) on the hills of San Rocco Seno d’Elvio in the municipalities of Alba and Treiso

Drink it with...

Aged cheeses
Red meat

You can also try it with...

Hamburger
Grilled meat
Charcuterie and cheese board
By the glass

Info

Vineyards

Three, belonging to the Rocche Massalupo, Rizzi and Nervo Geographic Mentions (Crus) on the hills of San Rocco Seno d’Elvio in the municipalities of Alba and Treiso.

Varietal composition

100% Nebbiolo

Harvest period

end of September

Vinification and ageing

crushing of the grapes and separation from the stems Fermentation and maceration take place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks.
The wine spends at least nine months ageing in large oak barrels. This is followed by several months in the bottle.

Colour

intense ruby red with garnet highlights

Nose

fruity notes and floral scents of dried violets. A slightly spicy aroma

Taste

warm and dry, quite tannic and long aromatic finish.

Serving temperature

no higher than 18°C. We recommend trying it at slightly lower temperatures.

Bottle sizes

0.75 and 1.5 litres Magnum

Vineyards

Nervo

Marked by steep slopes, an excellent aspect and high quality soil, this cru has always been one of the finest and most celebrated in Treiso . It gives the wine a certain tannic austerity, which evolves over time into elegance and classical character.

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Pajorè

Facing west at a height of 250 metres on calcareous-clayey soil, this vineyard is more than 50 years old and one of the oldest on the estate. The vines grow Nebbiolo grapes for the making of Barbaresco wine, with well-defined tannins resulting in part from a soil which is renowned for producing well-structured, elegant wines in which finesse takes priority over power. Our highly-prized Barbaresco DOCG is made from the grapes grown on this plot.

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Rocche Massalupo

Vineyard located in the municipality of Alba, marked by calcareous marl that produces a Barbaresco which is delicate yet complex, with striking freshness on the palate. The vines planted here are 25 years old on average, and have reached excellent equilibrium in the ripening of the grapes, which is reflected in the great balance to be found in the wines. The vineyard has a south-westerly aspect at an altitude of around 200 metres. Our highly-prized Barbaresco DOCG is made from the grapes grown here.

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