At a glance

Producer

Produttori del Barbaresco

Region

Barbaresco, Piedmont, Italy

Grape variety

Nebbiolo

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$85-$120

Tasting profile

Intense aromas of tar, rose petals, dried cherries, and earth with very tight palate structure and high tannins

Evolution: Will soften tannins, develop tertiary notes of truffles, leather, forest floor, and dried herbs over 10+ years

At peak: Complex bouquet and mouthfeel with silky tannins, balanced acidity, and persistent finish

Structure

Acidity

High, providing freshness and excellent aging ability

Tannins

Firm and pronounced, typical of Nebbiolo from Rabajà vineyard

Alcohol

13.5%-14%

Aging potential

30-40+ years

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2035 to 2052

Optimal window

2030 to 2055

Current status

Youthful and developing

Current condition

Highly structured with substantial tannins; best to cellar several years before opening

Rabajà is one of Produttori del Barbaresco’s top crus, known for long-lived, structured Nebbiolo that benefits from extended bottle aging. The 2020 vintage in Piedmont was excellent, producing wines with great concentration and fine tannic structure suited for multi-decade maturation.

Food pairing

Rich red meats such as braised beef, roasted lamb, or game dishes; aged cheeses; mushroom risotto

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften tannins and allow aromatics to open up

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Produttori del Barbaresco employs sustainable farming methods including green harvesting, limited chemical interventions, and soil conservation

While not fully organic or biodynamic certified, Produttori del Barbaresco is a cooperative with strong local sustainable viticulture focus, careful vineyard management to preserve terroir, and moderate efforts to reduce environmental impact in production and distribution.