Riserva Barbaresco

2006 Barbaresco Nebbiolo

The Terre Del Barolo Riserva Barbaresco, crafted from the esteemed Nebbiolo grape, showcases a rich red hue that embodies the vibrant character of the Barbaresco region. This 2006 vintage offers a full-bodied experience, with a pronounced acidity that invigorates the palate, making it wonderfully lively. The wine displays prominent fruit intensity, highlighting notes of cherry and plum, intertwined with delicate hints of rose petal and truffle. Tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone and a sense of elegance, while the wine maintains a dry finish that leaves a captivating impression. This exceptional Barbaresco reflects the terroir's unique qualities and the skillful winemaking that has elevated it to stand among the finest offerings of the region.

Tasting notes:

Cherry

Leather

Dried Herbs

Flavor profile:

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Braised Lamb Shanks, Grilled Lamb, Braised Pork

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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