Importer Notes:  The Montefico Cru in Barbaresco is shared by only a few producers in the region.  Donato Giacosa was among the first to plant here and shortly after a handful of regional king pins followed suit. The Giacosa’s manage a small acreage of vines here (1.36 hectares) and produce very small quantities.  

Grapes:  100% Nebbiolo

Farming:  Organic

Vineyard:  Montefico Cru

Vine Age:  20-30 years

Altitude:  230-260 MASL

Soil:  Clay & limestone

Winemaking:  Native yeast fermentation and 45 day maceration.  Aged 3 years in French oak (40hl) and an additional 6 months in bottle.  Filtering is obtained by transferring to stainless steel for one month before bottling and allowing particles to settle gently.  Produced with minimal SO2 additions.

Production:  500 cases (9l)

Tasting Notes:  Fresh wild berries and dried rose. Elegant and expansive.

Pairings:  Braised beef, truffles.

Critical Acclaim:  JS | 91