COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Rizzi
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Barbaresco Nervo Rizzi 2020 is a 100% Nebbiolo from the Barbaresco DOCG appellation in Piedmont, Italy, produced by Cantina Rizzi. It originates from the Nervo cru in the Treiso municipality, an area characterized by white marl, clayey-calcareous soils with sandy veins, and well-draining steep slopes. The vines in this cru range in age from 1967 to 2004. Cantina Rizzi, founded by Ernesto Dellapiana, focuses on expressing the unique character of the territory and season. The 2020 vintage is described as accessible, offering complexity and intensity inherent to Nebbiolo. The winery is also involved in environmentally sustainable production through 'The Green Experience' project.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€65
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Nervo cru vines were planted between 1967 and 2004.
Fact 02
Vineyard slopes are steep, aiding drainage and sun exposure.
Fact 03
A portion of aging occurs in concrete vats.
Fact 04
Approximately 5,000 bottles are produced annually.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Barbaresco Nervo Rizzi 2020 is produced from 100% Nebbiolo grapes. Following hand-harvesting in early October, the grapes undergo fermentation in stainless steel tanks for 3-4 weeks at controlled temperatures. Malolactic fermentation also occurs in stainless steel over approximately one month. The wine is then aged for 12 months in large Slavonian oak barrels, followed by 9 months in concrete vats. Prior to release, it benefits from extended bottle aging for up to three years. The Rizzi estate emphasizes environmentally sustainable production practices.
