Italy -- Northern Italy -- Barbaresco

Question 1

What are the communes of production in Barbaresco?

Answer 1

Barbaresco

Neive

Treiso

San Rocco Senodelvio

Question 2

Describe the soil structure of Barbaresco

Answer 2

Mainly Tortonian Calcareous Marl

“Barbaresco’s soil has more nutrients, such as potassium and phosphorus. This soil fertility leads to more plant vigor, which in turn yields a more refined structure and more supple tannins when compared to Barolo.” –Aldo Vacca

Question 3

What are the aging requirements for Barbaresco?

Answer 3

Minimum 26 months (2 years) from November 1st of the harvest year (minimum 9 months in wood)

Question 4

What are the aging requirements for Barbaresco Riserva?

Answer 4

Minimum 50 months (4 years) from November 1st of the harvest year (minimum 9 months in wood).

Question 5

What is the minimum alcohol for Barbaresco?

Answer 5

12.5%

Question 6

When was the Barbaresco DOC/DOCG established?

Answer 6

1966/1980

Question 7

What are the notable crus of Barbaresco?

Answer 7

Asilli

Rabaja

Roncaglie

Rio Sordo

Montestefano

Ovello

Question 8

What are the notable crus of Neive?

Answer 8

Albesani

Gallina

Curra

Cotta

Basarin

Question 9

What are the notable crus of Treiso?

Answer 9

Pajore

Rizzi

Nervo

Valeirano

Question 10

What’s a notable wine from Barbaresco?