At a glance

Producer

Produttori del Barbaresco

Region

Barbaresco, Piedmont, Italy

Grape variety

100% Nebbiolo

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Bone Dry

Typical price

$115-145 USD (75cl bottle, as of 2024)

Tasting profile

Red cherry, wild strawberry, rose petal, licorice, subtle tar, dried herbs, and mineral undertones; prominent tannins and lively acidity

Evolution: Fruit notes will soften and yield to dried flowers, sweet tobacco, leather, and truffle; tertiary notes will deepen complexity

At peak: Silky texture, integrated tannins, beautiful balance of red fruit, floral notes, earthiness, and balsamic hints; harmonious and multi-layered palate

Structure

Acidity

High, maintaining freshness and supporting longevity; acidity will help preserve vibrancy over time

Tannins

Firm, fine-grained, textbook Nebbiolo tannins; beginning to resolve but still provide notable grip

Alcohol

Medium (14-14.5%) and well integrated, not obtrusive; supports structure but does not dominate

Aging potential

20+ years from vintage; expected to age gracefully through 2040

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2050

Optimal window

2025 to 2053

Current status

Ready to drink

Current condition

Structurally sound, tightly wound; tannins beginning to soften, promising early integration of flavors

The 2028-2036 window represents the period where tannins will have sufficiently resolved for Nebbiolo's aromatics to express fully and the primary fruit transitions to more complex secondary and tertiary notes. During this peak, balance, integration, and complexity are at their height. After peak, fruit may fade and tertiary notes dominate, risking loss of vibrancy and freshness.

Food pairing

Ideal with classic Piedmontese dishes: tajarin al tartufo, brasato al Barolo, roast lamb, wild mushroom risotto, aged Parmigiano Reggiano, or duck breast. As the wine matures and tannins further soften, it pairs excellently with rich game (venison), braised meats, and mature cheeses.

Serving

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — The wine has firm, fine-grained tannins that are beginning to resolve, which will benefit from aeration to enhance its aromas and soften the tannic structure.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Sustainable vineyard management, minimal intervention in cellar, commitment to biodiversity in vineyard sites

Produttori del Barbaresco employs sustainable farming and community-based viticulture, but is not fully certified organic or biodynamic. Their scale supports local growers and responsible practices, but does not completely minimize environmental impact due to regional agricultural norms and export distribution.