About Barbaresco Santo Stefano Riserva
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Nebbiolo
- Price Range
- ¥13,000-17,000
- reference estimate based on typical Riserva premiums over the standard Santo Stefano bottling; not a confirmed Japan retail price
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
The Riserva selection of Castello di Neive's Santo Stefano cru, made in the best vintages from the finest parcels and given extended aging for greater complexity and longevity.
The Riserva shows what Santo Stefano can become with patience — velvety tannins layered over dried rose petal, tar, and warm spice.
New to wine?
Not a starting point — this is Castello di Neive's most age-worthy wine, best suited to those already familiar with Barbaresco.
Food Pairings
Ideal with slow-roasted lamb, venison, and long-aged hard cheeses; a wine built for the richest Piedmontese braises.
When to drink it
Anniversaries, formal celebrations, long-term cellaring.
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Nebbiolo from selected parcels of the Santo Stefano cru; fermented and macerated 12-14 days in stainless steel, then aged 12-24 months in French oak followed by further bottle refinement before release.
About the producer
Castello di NeiveHistoric Barbaresco estate mastering iconic crus like Santo Stefano.Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- How often is the Riserva produced?
- Only in the estate's best vintages, from selected parcels of the Santo Stefano cru, so it is not made every year.
- How long should this wine be cellared?
- It benefits from at least 5-10 years of cellaring and can continue developing for two decades or more in strong vintages.
- What's the key difference from the standard Santo Stefano?
- Longer oak aging (up to 24 months) plus additional bottle aging before release gives the Riserva greater depth, softer tannins, and more tertiary complexity.
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