# Barbaresco I Patriarchi (Francone)

> Red, Barbaresco DOCG by [Francone](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/francone.md), Barbaresco, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/francone-barbaresco-docg-i-patriarchi).

- **Producer:** Francone
- **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
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

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.

## Food pairings

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