Castello di Neive
Barbaresco "Santo Stefano" Riserva
Castello di Neive
Barbaresco "Santo Stefano" Riserva
The grapes that are destined for this ultra-premium wine come from the highly-respected Santo Stefano vineyard which is known to make some of Piemonte’s finest Nebbiolo wines. As with the other Castello di Neive Barbarescos, this wine is made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, but the grapes used to make this wine represent the finest selection of grapes, picked at optimum ripeness.
Wine Production
Fermented and macerated for 12-14 days. Aged for 12-24 months in French oak barrels. After aging, the wine goes through natural settling, then is bottled to continue its maturation.
Tasting Notes
Medium garnet in color with reddish-brown reflections, intense aromas of black cherries, dried roses, licorice, and potpourri. The aging regime on this wine has made the tannins velvety without taking away from the wine’s age-worthiness.
Food Pairing
Pairs well with elegant dishes such as perfectly-grilled steaks with red wine sauces, slow-braised beef with pearl onions, and roasted lamb shanks.
The grapes that are destined for this ultra-premium wine come from the highly-respected Santo Stefano vineyard which is known to make some of Piemonte’s finest Nebbiolo wines. As with the other Castello di Neive Barbarescos, this wine is made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, but the grapes used to make this wine represent the finest selection of grapes, picked at optimum ripeness.
Wine Production
Fermented and macerated for 12-14 days. Aged for 12-24 months in French oak barrels. After aging, the wine goes through natural settling, then is bottled to continue its maturation.
Tasting Notes
Medium garnet in color with reddish-brown reflections, intense aromas of black cherries, dried roses, licorice, and potpourri. The aging regime on this wine has made the tannins velvety without taking away from the wine’s age-worthiness.
Food Pairing
Pairs well with elegant dishes such as perfectly-grilled steaks with red wine sauces, slow-braised beef with pearl onions, and roasted lamb shanks.
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Vineyard & Production Info
Winemaking & Aging
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About the Vineyard
Santo Stefano is one of the best vineyards in the Langhe, particularly in the Barbaresco area. It is located in Neive, in the subzone called Albesani, occupying the areas closest to the Tanaro River. Unique for its exposure and inclination, age of the vines and size.
