Nervo Barbaresco docg Rizzi 2019

The Barbaresco Nervo by Rizzi is produced with 100% Nebbiolo grapes grown in owned vineyards within the geographical mention Nervo in the municipality of Treiso. After aging in large Slavonian oak barrels for about 12 months, then in concrete tanks for a further 6-9 months, it presents itself to the eye with a beautiful ruby ​​red color with garnet reflections. It is an extremely fine wine; the nose expresses a large and composite bouquet, with notes of small ripe red fruits and spices, cinnamon and fresh mint. It has a good body and elegant tannins and the sip is fresh and pleasant, mineral and characterized by a soft and delicate finish. The Barbaresco Nervo by Rizzi is perfect to drink in combination with stuffed pasta with meat sauce, roasted or braised red meats and medium-aged cheeses.

The founder and owner of the Cantina Rizzi is Ernesto Dellapiana, who over 40 years ago, thanks to his passion for the hills and vineyards of the Langhe region, decided to abandon his career as an entrepreneur and to return to his native village of Treiso. Here, step by step, he transformed the old family farmhouse, enlarging and rebuilding it, obtaining vinification and aging rooms. After the first harvest in 1974, the Cantina Rizzi has been the protagonist of a constant evolution both in terms of quantity and quality. It is currently one of the most interesting and important realities in the Barbaresco area, counting 44 hectares of vineyards located in some of the best areas of the Barbaresco denomination: Rizzi, Nervo, Pajorè, Vigne Boito. In the vineyard, the work is attentive and scrupulous, with the aim of maximum respect for the environment and the territory. In the cellar the techniques used have the aim of enhancing and exalting the organoleptic characteristics of the grape, favoring the natural times of evolution of the wine, thus obtaining classic and profound wines, fresh and with a traditional style.