Barbaresco 'Rio Sordo' Musso

Barbaresco DOCG • Piedmont • Musso
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Musso
Region
Piedmont
Denomination
Barbaresco DOCG
Alcohol
14.5%
Vinification
Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with long maceration in which the mass is kept with the cap emerged and is subjected to periodic pumping-over
Aging
12 months in 50-hectoliter Slavonian oak barrels and 6 months in smaller 20-hectoliter barrels
Grape varieties
Nebbiolo 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This prestigious Barbaresco DOCG represents the pinnacle of Italian winemaking excellence. Its 14.5% alcohol content underpins a rich, muscular structure. Crafted from Nebbiolo 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards grapes from vines located on predominantly calcareous soil with a good proportion of clay, 250-300 meters above sea level, with southwest exposure. Vinification: fermentation in stainless steel tanks with long maceration in which the mass is kept with the cap emerged and is subjected to periodic pumping-over. The wine is aged 12 months in 50-hectoliter Slavonian oak barrels and 6 months in smaller 20-hectoliter barrels. A wine combining Piedmont's trademark power with finesse and complexity.

Food Pairings

Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
Mature pecorino cheese
Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
Braised lamb with herbs
Wild mushroom risotto
Grilled red meats and game

About Piedmont Wine Region

The region's continental climate and varied soils create ideal conditions for both indigenous and international grape varieties.

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