Barbaresco (2019)

About this wine

The 2019 Famiglia Rivetti Barbaresco is a classic expression of Nebbiolo, showcasing a ruby garnet color. On the nose, it offers aromas of dried rose petals, red and black cherry, licorice, fennel, basil, and leather. The palate mirrors these aromas, presenting flavors of red cherry, rose, baked sweet tomato, fresh sweet basil, leather, and dried cigar tobacco. Aged for eighteen months in large Slavonian oak barrels, this wine develops soft tannins and an elegant body.

About the grape

Nebbiolo, the sole grape in the 2019 Famiglia Rivetti Barbaresco, is native to Italy's Piedmont region and is renowned for producing some of the country's most esteemed wines. The name 'Nebbiolo' is believed to derive from 'nebbia,' the Italian word for fog, referencing the mist that envelops the vineyards during its late October harvest. This grape is known for its high acidity and tannins, which contribute to the wine's longevity and complexity. In Barbaresco, Nebbiolo ripens earlier than in neighboring Barolo, resulting in wines that are often more approachable at a younger age.

Quick facts

• 🌫️ The name 'Nebbiolo' is derived from the Italian word 'nebbia,' meaning 'fog,' referencing the foggy conditions during the grape's late October harvest in Piedmont.
• 🍷 Nebbiolo wines are known for their high tannins and acidity, contributing to their remarkable aging potential, with some wines maturing gracefully for decades.
• 🌹 Despite their light color, Nebbiolo wines are full-bodied and complex, often exhibiting aromas of roses, violets, cherries, and truffles.
• 🏞️ The Barbaresco region, where Famiglia Rivetti produces its 2019 Barbaresco, is renowned for producing elegant and refined Nebbiolo wines, often considered more approachable in their youth compared to Barolo.
• 🛢️ Famiglia Rivetti ages their Barbaresco in large Slavonian oak barrels for 18 months, followed by an additional 6 months in bottles, resulting in a dry, smooth red wine with silky tannins and great texture.

Palate profile

Producer

Famiglia Rivetti is a family-owned winery in Neive, Italy, with a winemaking heritage spanning five generations. Initially, the family sold grapes and juice to other wineries, gaining extensive knowledge in grape growing and winemaking. In 2000, they began producing their own wines, releasing their first vintage in 2001. Today, the winery is managed by Massimo Rivetti, his wife, and their three sons, with a commitment to balancing tradition and modernity.