Produttori del Barbaresco - Langhe Nebbiolo 2023

Introduction

The Produttori del Barbaresco Langhe Nebbiolo 2023 is a red wine from Italy, specifically from the Langhe region within Piedmont. The wine is produced by the Produttori del Barbaresco co-operative, which was founded in 1958. This co-operative currently has 51 members and controls over 100 hectares (250 acres) of premium Nebbiolo vineyards in the Barbaresco area. The Langhe Nebbiolo is often referred to as the 'little brother' of the Barbaresco from the same producer. While labeled under the Langhe DOC appellation, this wine is made entirely from Nebbiolo fruit sourced from Barbaresco-designated vineyards, which is a rare occurrence for this level of wine. The wine is produced from younger vineyards, giving it a fresh character that is ideal for everyday drinking.

Wine Description

The wine presents a shiny ruby or bright medium red colour. The aromatic profile is noted for its fragrance, offering scents of red fruit, red raspberry, and red liquorice, along with floral notes of rose petal, dried flowers, and violet. Further aromas include sweet spices, white pepper, anise, and a hint of mint or dried mint.

It is 100% Nebbiolo. The wine is medium-bodied. On the palate, it has delicious red raspberry and red liquorice fruits with an appealing juicy quality. The wine is fresh and inviting, with crunchy or vibrant acidity. It has chalky, fine, or muscular tannins that lend a gentle grip and structure. Stylistically, it is a delicate, elegant, refined, and approachable expression of Nebbiolo. The finish is long, juicy, finely textured, and features a subtle saline, chalky, or elegant citrusy note. The wine has an ABV of $14\%$ or $14.5\%$. The optimal drinking window is now, with the ability to evolve over the next 5 to 6 years.

Accolades

• Wine Advocate - 92 points

• Wine Enthusiast - 92 points

• Jeb Dunnuck - 90 points

• Vinous - 90 points

• Wine Spectator - 89 points

Food Pairing

This wine is versatile and pairs well with a variety of dishes. Suggested pairings include pastas and pizzas. It also complements dishes featuring mushrooms or truffles in conjunction with polenta, risotto, gnocchi, or pasta. Further pairings include white and red meats, such as braised meats, roasted poultry with gravy, braised lamb shanks, or venison.

Vintage Quality

The search results do not contain specific details on the 2023 vintage conditions in the Langhe or Barbaresco area, but multiple critics note the high quality of this particular release. The 2023 release is described as carrying on the tradition of being a top-class wine that overdelivers vintage after vintage.