Barbaresco

Barbaresco Red Blend

Chelsea Ventures Barbaresco is a captivating red blend that embodies the artistry of winemaking from the renowned Barbaresco region of Italy. This wine showcases a medium-bodied profile with a delightful balance that makes it particularly enjoyable. Its acidity is high, invigorating the palate and enhancing the vibrant fruit characteristics found within. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing luscious notes of dark cherries, ripe plums, and subtle hints of dried herbs that dance together harmoniously. The tannins are notable yet approachable, providing structure while ensuring a smooth and refined mouthfeel. This wine is dry, allowing for a crisp finish that invites another sip. Chelsea Ventures Barbaresco is a splendid choice for those seeking an elegant and flavorful experience that highlights the best of the region's grape-growing heritage.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Leather

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Barbaresco

Lying to the east of Barolo, Barbaresco's Nebbiolo wines are similarly bold and tannic, yet tend to be softer and more elegant. Red fruit notes dominate—typically summer berries and fragrant cherries—backed by glorious rose, potpourri, and anise fragrances. You also tend to find a lot less of Barolo's "tar" notes in these wines. The DOCG area is smaller than Barolo, with a slightly milder climate and limestone-based soils. All of this makes its wines a bit more approachable at a younger age. Barbaresco wine must age 26 months before release, with at least nine of those months spent in oak. The DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) classification is the top tier for Italian wine classifications. It controls production methods and wine quality. Strict rules oversee the production of DOCG designated wines, including allowed varietals, winemaking procedures, barrel and bottle aging methods, grape ripeness and limits on grape yields during harvest. DOCG wines are also required to be officially tasted. DOCG bottles have numbered government seals across the neck of the bottle to prevent forgery.

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