Montefico Barbaresco 2017 - Lunar New Year Edition

Intro: The 2017 Carlo Giacosa Montefico Barbaresco is a 100 percent Nebbiolo from the Montefico cru, a historic south east facing vineyard east of Barbaresco village. Garnet in color, it shows floral aromas with red cherry, rose, spice, liquorice, and a distinctive menthol freshness from wild mint, reflecting its calcareous clay soils and mature vines.

Region: Piedmont || Winery: Carlo Giacosa

Grapes: Nebbiolo

Aging: Aged for 18 months in small barrels and French oak containers, followed by 4 months in stainless steel.

ABV: 14% || Decant: 60 minutes || Serving Temp: 16-18°C

Pairing: A wine of great substance, particularly well-suited to accompany savoury dishes, particularly meat.

Tasting Notes: Barbaresco Montefico has an extensive bouquet, elegant and floral, with notes of red and sour cherries, rose and spices. The palate is dry, full and harmonious, with great structure and aging potential.

Rating (Complexity & Vintage Year): 92 AB