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Rabaja

2010 Barbaresco Red Blend

The Castello di Verduno Rabajà is an exquisite red blend hailing from the renowned Barbaresco region, expertly crafted in the celebrated vintage of 2010. In the glass, this wine unveils a deep, inviting red color that captivates the eye. On the palate, it showcases a full-bodied character complemented by a pronounced acidity that brings a delightful vibrancy to each sip. The tannins are firm yet elegant, providing structure and depth without overpowering the nuanced flavors. With its prominent fruit intensity, the wine bursts with luscious notes of dark cherries, blackberries, and a hint of earthy undertones, creating a harmonious balance that makes it utterly enjoyable. This wine is wonderfully dry, allowing the complex flavors to shine through, making it a perfect companion for rich meals or an enchanting evening on its own.

Tasting notes:


Cherry

Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

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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