2011 Produttori del Barbaresco, Barbaresco Riserva Montestefano 1.5L (mag)

Montestefano - First produced as a single vineyard in 1974

It is one of the vineyards with higher concentration of calcium in the soil that gives to the wine a powerful tannic structure.

The extra heat of the South facing slope is responsible for Montestefano’s full body and almost meaty texture. It is deep flavored wines with massive tannins, but quite ripe and well-integrated because of the warm exposure. In a wet season its grapes can hold rain well, and it is usually the last one to be picked among the Barbaresco vineyards. It is probably the Barbaresco that more reminds one of Barolo where tar and roses prevail on the refined violet flavors. Yet it remains a true Barbaresco, never too heavy on the palate and with a classy finish that lingers on the palate without overwhelming your senses.