{"product_id":"barbaresco-nervo-docg-2021-rizzi","title":"Barbaresco 'Nervo' DOCG 2021 - Rizzi","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Barbaresco 'Nervo' DOCG 2021 - Rizzi?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco 'Nervo' DOCG 2021 - Rizzi\u003c\/strong\u003e is a red Piedmontese wine of great elegance and structure, produced exclusively from \u003cstrong\u003eNebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes, the symbolic grape variety of the Langhe. It originates from vineyards located in the geographical mention \"Nervo,\" one of the steepest and sunniest areas of Treiso, where the exposure and the calcareous-clay soil favor perfect ripening and wines with a profound character.\nFull-bodied yet refined, this Barbaresco fully represents the Rizzi winery's style: balance, authenticity, and aging potential.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 2021 vintage was characterized by a balanced climate, with regular temperature trends and excellent day-night temperature excursions. This allowed the Nebbiolo grapes to reach full ripeness, preserving freshness and aromatic complexity. The harvest was done manually in the first ten days of October, selecting only the best bunches directly in the vineyard.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVinification and Aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nAfter harvesting, the grapes are destemmed and left to macerate on the skins for about 3-4 weeks, the time necessary to extract color, aromas, and tannins. Alcoholic fermentation takes place traditionally, followed by \u003cem\u003emalolactic fermentation\u003c\/em\u003e – a natural process that makes the wine softer and more harmonious.\nThe aging of \u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco 'Nervo' DOCG 2021 - Rizzi\u003c\/strong\u003e takes place in large Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months, then in concrete tanks for another 6-9 months. Subsequently, the wine rests in the bottle, where it further refines before being released to the market.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\nBarbaresco 'Nervo' DOCG 2021 - Rizzi is a wine with an elegant profile, built on balance and gustatory length.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nVisually, it presents a \u003cstrong\u003ebrilliant garnet\u003c\/strong\u003e color, typical of great Nebbiolos, which with evolution tends towards more orange nuances.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe bouquet is complex and refined: notes of \u003cstrong\u003eripe red fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e, such as cherry and currant, stand out, followed by floral hints of violet and spicy accents of pepper, licorice, and sweet tobacco. With oxygenation, slight balsamic and mineral nuances also emerge.\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it is harmonious and structured. The \u003cstrong\u003etannins\u003c\/strong\u003e – the natural substances that give the typical dry sensation in the mouth – are well integrated and contribute to a great overall elegance. The body is full, the gustatory texture fine, and the persistence long and enveloping, with a finish that recalls the fruity and spicy notes perceived on the nose.\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePairing Barbaresco 'Nervo' DOCG 2021 - Rizzi with food\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis wine best expresses its potential when accompanied by dishes with character. Ideal with:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eroasted or braised red meats;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etypical Piedmontese dishes such as braised beef in Barbaresco or bollito misto;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaged and hard cheeses, such as Castelmagno or Parmigiano Reggiano;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erisottos with porcini mushrooms or truffles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nThanks to its balance and good acidity, it also pairs well with game dishes or preparations based on legumes and delicate spices.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging – how to store Barbaresco 'Nervo' DOCG 2021 - Rizzi wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco 'Nervo' DOCG 2021 - Rizzi\u003c\/strong\u003e is a wine with great evolutionary potential. If stored correctly – horizontally, in a dark environment with a constant temperature between 12 and 16 °C – it can refine for over 10 years, developing increasingly complex aromas and tertiary nuances of undergrowth, leather, and sweet spices.\nIt is advisable to uncork the bottle a few hours before serving, or to use a decanter, to allow the wine to best express its aromatic richness and its rare elegance.","brand":"Rizzi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52414274142547,"sku":"B01-R009-2021-05_D000","price":49.88,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/barbaresco-nervo-docg-2021-rizzi.jpg?v=1764406422","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/barbaresco-nervo-docg-2021-rizzi","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}