Red

Fausoni

By Francone, Barbaresco, Piemonte, Italy

Francone Fausoni

Barbaresco from the Fausoni cru near the old village of Neive, with intense colour and solid structure that needs time. Drinking age 4 to 15 years from harvest.

Pairs well with

Roasts, braised meats, game and mature cheeses; suits Langa and international cuisine.

Technical details

Style
Red
Denomination
Barbaresco DOCG
Grape
Nebbiolo
Cru / vineyard
Fausoni
Production area
Fausoni, municipality of Neive
Exposure
West, south-west
Harvest
Around 10 October
Vinification
Hand-picked. Fermentation with traditional maceration for about 14 days. Aged for at least 24 months in French oak barrels, then bottle ageing.
Serving temperature
18-20 °C

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