About this wine
Francone's Barbaresco Riserva has repeatedly scored 90+ points in Decanter's Barbaresco vintage reports. Aged 36 months in French oak casks and barrels, it shows traditional aromas of small dried berries, cassis, cola and pressed violets, with a tight, tannic structure that rewards 5 to 10 years of further cellaring.
A benchmark, age-worthy Barbaresco — best experienced with a few years of patience or a long decant.
Sommelier's Note
"Decanter has repeatedly scored this Riserva 90+ points — it's the clearest proof of Francone's ambition beyond everyday bottlings."
Food Pairings
A wine for slow-cooked red meats, game, aged Parmigiano Reggiano and other long-aged hard cheeses.
When to drink it
Milestone celebrations, formal dinners, wines for the cellar.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Nebbiolo
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
- Price Range
- 約6,500〜9,500円（海外小売価格からの参考換算）
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Nebbiolo; aged a minimum of 36 months in French oak casks and barrels before release, well beyond standard Barbaresco requirements, in line with DOCG Riserva regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long is this wine aged?
- A minimum of 36 months in French oak casks and barrels, exceeding standard Barbaresco DOCG requirements.
- Is it ready to drink on release?
- It's quite tight and tannic on release; it benefits from 5 to 10 more years of cellaring or a long decant.
- Has it received critical recognition?
- Yes, it has scored 90+ points in Decanter's Barbaresco vintage reports across multiple vintages.
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