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Coste Rubin

Barbaresco Nebbiolo

Fontanafredda Coste Rubin is an exquisite red wine crafted from the renowned Nebbiolo varietal, flourishing in Italy's esteemed Barbaresco region. This luxurious wine boasts a full body, elegantly balancing its notable acidity with richly structured tannins. The wine reveals layers of complex flavors, featuring prominent dark fruit notes like black cherry and plum, beautifully complemented by subtle hints of rose petals, tar, and earthy undertones. Its vibrant and powerful presence makes it a quintessential example of Barbaresco's winemaking prowess. Whether you are a seasoned wine enthusiast or exploring new varietals, Fontanafredda Coste Rubin is a delightful selection that promises a sophisticated and memorable tasting experience.

Tasting notes:


Raspberry, Rose Petal, Tobacco

Raspberry

Raspberry

Rose Petal

Rose Petal

Tobacco

Tobacco

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Color Intensity Color Intensity 0

Low High

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Spiciness Spiciness 0

Low High

Oak Oak 3

Low High

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Acidity Pronounced

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Braised Beef, Roasted Lamb, Braised Lamb Shanks

Region:


Barbaresco
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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