Barbaresco Riserva Sottimano 1978
13.5%
0.75L
Intensity
An absolute gem from this domain; only produced when the vintage allows it. Superb.
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Barbaresco Riserva Sottimano 1978
The wine
This is the domain's finest cuvée, produced only in the best vintages. The vines are an average of 60 years old, allowing to produce a complex wine with aromatic notes of mint and liquorice. On the palate, this wine delivers a nice tannic structure, which also ensures enormous aging potential.
About the Producer Sottimano
Rino Sottimano acquired this domaine in 1975 and was joined by his son Andrea in 1994. The domaine places a great emphasis on tending its vines and cultivating its various terroirs organically. Combining tradition and modernity, the domaine ages its wines in barrels, following the Burgundy method (20% in new barrels), rejecting large barrels as incompatible with the ethos of the domaine. The wines are not filtered or fined.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 1 bottle
Level 1 To 3cmObservations 1 Slightly damaged label, 1 Slightly stained label, 1 Marginally dishevelled labelOrigin: professional
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: yes
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: no
Alcohol percentage: 13.5 %
Region: Italy - Piedmont
Appellation: Barbaresco
Owner: Sottimano
Vintage: 1978
Colour: red
Service temperature: 16°
Size (in ha): 13 hectares
Volume: 25 bottles
Intensity: leaves you wanting more
Leading aroma: black fruit
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine