Produttori del Barbaresco - Barbaresco 'Ovello' Riserva??
This distinguished red wine originates from the Barbaresco DOCG in the Piedmont region of Italy. The winery, Produttori del Barbaresco, is a world-renowned cooperative founded in 1958 by the village priest, Don Fiorino Marengo, who united nineteen small growers to continue the proud tradition of Nebbiolo production. Today, the cooperative comprises fifty four families who exclusively cultivate Nebbiolo, maintaining a philosophy of producing high-quality, site-specific wines that highlight the unique terroirs of their nine legendary 'Cru' vineyards.
Wine Description
The 'Ovello' Riserva is a powerful and highly structured expression of 100% Nebbiolo, sourced from one of the region's most iconic vineyards. Due to its northern exposure and clay-rich calcareous soils, the wine typically displays a shiny ruby red colour and a massive, linear profile. The aromatic profile is complex, featuring notes of macerated cherry, strawberry, and rose hip, layered with earthy accents of graphite, crushed rock, tobacco, and peppery spice. On the palate, it is full bodied and vibrant, characterized by dense, sturdy tannins and a long, energetic finish with a saline minerality. This Riserva undergoes fermentation at $30°C$ with 28 days of skin contact before aging for at least 30 months in large oak barrels. It is a wine built for the long haul, with an optimal drinking window typically spanning 10 to 25 years from the vintage.
Food Pairing
The robust structure of 'Ovello' makes it a superb match for rich Piedmontese cuisine, such as white truffle risotto, agnolotti, or tajarin with meat sauce. It also pairs exceptionally well with roasted red meats, braised beef (Manzo stufato), and game dishes like venison or wild boar. For a cheese course, opt for aged, pungent varieties like Castelmagno or Parmigiano Reggiano. This pairing highlights the wine's depth and character.
This distinguished red wine originates from the Barbaresco DOCG in the Piedmont region of Italy. The winery, Produttori del Barbaresco, is a world-renowned cooperative founded in 1958 by the village priest, Don Fiorino Marengo, who united nineteen small growers to continue the proud tradition of Nebbiolo production. Today, the cooperative comprises fifty four families who exclusively cultivate Nebbiolo, maintaining a philosophy of producing high-quality, site-specific wines that highlight the unique terroirs of their nine legendary 'Cru' vineyards.
Wine Description
The 'Ovello' Riserva is a powerful and highly structured expression of 100% Nebbiolo, sourced from one of the region's most iconic vineyards. Due to its northern exposure and clay-rich calcareous soils, the wine typically displays a shiny ruby red colour and a massive, linear profile. The aromatic profile is complex, featuring notes of macerated cherry, strawberry, and rose hip, layered with earthy accents of graphite, crushed rock, tobacco, and peppery spice. On the palate, it is full bodied and vibrant, characterized by dense, sturdy tannins and a long, energetic finish with a saline minerality. This Riserva undergoes fermentation at $30°C$ with 28 days of skin contact before aging for at least 30 months in large oak barrels. It is a wine built for the long haul, with an optimal drinking window typically spanning 10 to 25 years from the vintage.
Food Pairing
The robust structure of 'Ovello' makes it a superb match for rich Piedmontese cuisine, such as white truffle risotto, agnolotti, or tajarin with meat sauce. It also pairs exceptionally well with roasted red meats, braised beef (Manzo stufato), and game dishes like venison or wild boar. For a cheese course, opt for aged, pungent varieties like Castelmagno or Parmigiano Reggiano. This pairing highlights the wine's depth and character.
Description
This distinguished red wine originates from the Barbaresco DOCG in the Piedmont region of Italy. The winery, Produttori del Barbaresco, is a world-renowned cooperative founded in 1958 by the village priest, Don Fiorino Marengo, who united nineteen small growers to continue the proud tradition of Nebbiolo production. Today, the cooperative comprises fifty four families who exclusively cultivate Nebbiolo, maintaining a philosophy of producing high-quality, site-specific wines that highlight the unique terroirs of their nine legendary 'Cru' vineyards.
Wine Description
The 'Ovello' Riserva is a powerful and highly structured expression of 100% Nebbiolo, sourced from one of the region's most iconic vineyards. Due to its northern exposure and clay-rich calcareous soils, the wine typically displays a shiny ruby red colour and a massive, linear profile. The aromatic profile is complex, featuring notes of macerated cherry, strawberry, and rose hip, layered with earthy accents of graphite, crushed rock, tobacco, and peppery spice. On the palate, it is full bodied and vibrant, characterized by dense, sturdy tannins and a long, energetic finish with a saline minerality. This Riserva undergoes fermentation at $30°C$ with 28 days of skin contact before aging for at least 30 months in large oak barrels. It is a wine built for the long haul, with an optimal drinking window typically spanning 10 to 25 years from the vintage.
Food Pairing
The robust structure of 'Ovello' makes it a superb match for rich Piedmontese cuisine, such as white truffle risotto, agnolotti, or tajarin with meat sauce. It also pairs exceptionally well with roasted red meats, braised beef (Manzo stufato), and game dishes like venison or wild boar. For a cheese course, opt for aged, pungent varieties like Castelmagno or Parmigiano Reggiano. This pairing highlights the wine's depth and character.
