Red

Barbaresco I Patriarchi

By Francone, Barbaresco, Piemonte, Italy

Francone Barbaresco I Patriarchi

A Barbaresco blended from the best Neive vineyards, one of the historic labels. It reaches maturity between 5 and 10 years after harvest.

Tasting notes

Balanced bouquet of spices and ripe red fruits; body, fruit and pleasant tannins in harmony.

Pairs well with

Tagliatelle with meat or liver ragù, risotto or gnocchi with Castelmagno or Fontina, braised meats, roasts, game, mature cheeses.

Technical details

Style
Red
Denomination
Barbaresco DOCG
Grape
Nebbiolo
Cru / vineyard
I Patriarchi
Production area
Municipality of Neive
Harvest
Around 10-15 October
Vinification
Hand-picked. Fermentation with traditional maceration for about 12 days. Aged for 30 months in French oak barrels.
Serving temperature
18-20 °C

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