COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Cascina Luisin
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Cascina Luisin Barbaresco Rabajà 2020 is a 100% Nebbiolo wine from the Barbaresco DOCG appellation in Piedmont, Italy. The estate, founded in 1913 by Luigi Minuto, is now managed by the fourth generation, Roberto Minuto. The wine originates from the historic Rabajà cru, known for its south-west facing slopes and calcareous soil, which contribute to the slow ripening of the Nebbiolo grapes. The winemaking philosophy at Cascina Luisin prioritizes traditional methods and minimal intervention to express the vineyard's true character. The 2020 vintage is characterized by ripe fruit, balanced acidity, and refined tannins, suggesting good aging potential.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€58
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The winery is located within the prestigious Rabajà cru.
Fact 02
Vineyards average 45 years old.
Fact 03
Winemaking emphasizes indigenous yeasts.
Fact 04
The 2020 vintage is compared to the highly-regarded 2016.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Cascina Luisin Barbaresco Rabajà 2020 begins with hand-harvested grapes in mid-October. Fermentation takes place in cement tanks for around 40 days, employing indigenous yeasts and a combination of energetic racking and softer pump-overs for extended skin contact. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 30 months in large Slavonian oak casks (botti). The estate utilizes traditional viticultural practices, including the use of natural manure, and emphasizes minimal intervention throughout the winemaking process to highlight the characteristics of the Rabajà vineyard.
