About this wine
A single-cru Barbaresco from 1.36 hectares of south-facing vines in the Montefico cru, farmed by the family since 1992. Grown at 180-230m on compact calcareous clay soils, the grapes undergo spontaneous fermentation with roughly 40 days of maceration and age for about three years in large oak casks, yielding a wine of intense fruit, spice, and firm structure.
A slightly richer, more fruit-forward single-cru expression than Ovello — an approachable way into cru-designated Barbaresco.
Sommelier's Note
"Montefico shows a rounder, more immediately generous side of Nebbiolo than Ovello — the cru to reach for when you want Barbaresco's power without waiting a decade."
Food Pairings
Ripe red fruit and spice notes make this a natural match for duck ragù pasta, roasted game birds, and hard aged cheeses.
When to drink it
Autumn and winter dinners centered on game, duck, or braised meats.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Nebbiolo
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
- Price Range
- ¥10,000-13,000
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Nebbiolo from 1.36 ha of south-facing vines in the Montefico cru (Barbaresco commune), farmed since 1992, 180-230m elevation, compact calcareous clay soil. Spontaneous fermentation, ~40-day maceration, aged approximately 3 years in large oak cask. ABV typically 14.5%.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What soil and exposure does the Montefico cru have?
- Montefico is a south-facing cru at 180-230m elevation with compact calcareous clay soils, farmed by the Giacosa family since 1992, giving wines of intense fruit and firm tannic structure.
- Is Barbaresco Montefico ready to drink on release?
- It can be enjoyed with a few years of bottle age but rewards further cellaring, generally showing at its best from around 5 years after the vintage.
- How does Montefico compare in style to Ovello?
- Montefico tends to be a touch richer and more fruit-forward, while Ovello leans more floral and mineral — both share the estate's traditional large-cask aging approach.
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