# Masuè (Ridaroca)

> Red, Barolo Riserva DOCG by [Ridaroca](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/ridaroca.md), Roero, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/ridaroca-masue).

- **Producer:** Ridaroca
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barolo Riserva DOCG
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo 100%
- **Soil:** Medium-textured soil tending to clay
- **Exposure:** South, south-west; 350 m above sea level
- **Harvest:** Hand-picked in small crates, as tradition requires
- **Vinification:** Fermentation in temperature-controlled steel tanks for 30 days, with pumping over and other operations according to traditional cellar practice. Ageing in Slavonian oak casks of 25 to 50 hl for at least 30 months, then bottle ageing.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

Barolo Riserva from 100% Nebbiolo grown at 350 m on south and south-west facing ground, aged at least 30 months in large Slavonian oak, 13.5 to 15.5% alcohol depending on vintage.

## Tasting notes

Intense red with light garnet reflections. Ripe fruit on the nose mixed with slightly musky woodland flowers and a fitting touch of oak. Balanced, harmonious palate with good body and elegance, ripe red berry fruit alternating with jam.

## Food pairings

Structured first courses, and braised and roast meats; also pleasant after a meal.