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$115.52−12%($154.03/ℓ)
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Technical information
- Producer
- Cà del Baio
- Name
- Barbaresco DOCG
- Variety
- Nebbiolo
- Vintage
- 2018
- Gradation
- 15.0%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Rose, cherry, spices, licorice
- Vinification method
- Steel fermentation, long maceration
- Aging
- Minimum 24 months
- Type of cask
- Large and small oak barrels
- Color
- Ruby red with garnet reflections
- Serving temperature
- 18°C
- Recommended consumption
- 5-15 years
- Pairing
- Red meats, game, aged cheeses
- Region
- Piedmont
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Langhe
- Type
- Red wine
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The Barbaresco Cru Vallegrande DOCG, produced by the renowned Cà del Baio winery, is a pinnacle of excellence from Piedmont, embodying the mastery and viticultural passion of the Grasso family. This wine is crafted exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes, cultivated in the prized vineyards of Vallegrande, one of the most celebrated cru of Barbaresco.
The winemaking process adheres to traditional Piedmontese methods, with an extended maceration of the skins followed by alcoholic fermentation. The wine then evolves through approximately 24 months of aging in large oak barrels, followed by further maturation in the bottle. This process imparts a robust and complex structure to the Barbaresco Cru Vallegrande, while maintaining the elegance typical of Piedmont’s great reds.
Visually, the wine displays an intense ruby red color with garnet reflections. On the nose, it reveals aromas of ripe red fruits, sweet spices, and subtle hints of rose and violet, complemented by a delicate backdrop of wood and vanilla. On the palate, the Barbaresco Cru Vallegrande is powerfully structured yet velvety, with fine tannins and a pleasant balance between acidity and alcohol. The finish is persistent and harmonious, with a return of spicy and floral notes.
This is a wine that can be enjoyed young but has an excellent aging potential, enhancing its complexity and nuance over the years. It pairs ideally with Piedmontese cuisine such as tajarin with truffle, braised dishes, and aged cheeses. A true gem for terroir wine enthusiasts who seek in their glass the history and tradition of one of Italy’s most noble wine-growing regions.
The winemaking process adheres to traditional Piedmontese methods, with an extended maceration of the skins followed by alcoholic fermentation. The wine then evolves through approximately 24 months of aging in large oak barrels, followed by further maturation in the bottle. This process imparts a robust and complex structure to the Barbaresco Cru Vallegrande, while maintaining the elegance typical of Piedmont’s great reds.
Visually, the wine displays an intense ruby red color with garnet reflections. On the nose, it reveals aromas of ripe red fruits, sweet spices, and subtle hints of rose and violet, complemented by a delicate backdrop of wood and vanilla. On the palate, the Barbaresco Cru Vallegrande is powerfully structured yet velvety, with fine tannins and a pleasant balance between acidity and alcohol. The finish is persistent and harmonious, with a return of spicy and floral notes.
This is a wine that can be enjoyed young but has an excellent aging potential, enhancing its complexity and nuance over the years. It pairs ideally with Piedmontese cuisine such as tajarin with truffle, braised dishes, and aged cheeses. A true gem for terroir wine enthusiasts who seek in their glass the history and tradition of one of Italy’s most noble wine-growing regions.
The winery
Ca' del Baio
PiemonteItaliaSince 1870
Family-run winery based in Treiso (CN), producing wines from the Langhe with a focus on Barbaresco crus and sustainable viticultural practices.
- Grape varieties
- Nebbiolo, Chardonnay, Dolcetto, Barbera, Riesling, Moscato
- Family-run winery
- Based in Treiso, with vineyards in the Barbaresco crus.
- Adherence to the principles of the Green Experience project for sustainable viticulture
- Use of native yeasts and limited use of sulfites in the cellar.
The story
The Grasso family has been connected to these hills for generations: Giuseppe Grasso's arrival in Treiso is documented in 1870, and in the following decades the family progressively selected and vinified individual parcels. In the 1980s and 2000s the winery refined the separation of grapes by cru, and in 2008 introduced experiments with Riesling. The revival and modern visibility of the winery are linked to the work of Giulio Grasso, and today management also involves the family's daughters.
Production philosophy
It favors a sustainable approach to viticulture, eliminating chemical weed control, using cover crops, and prioritizing biodiversity and soil conservation. In the cellar, fermentations with indigenous yeasts are encouraged and the use of sulfites is limited to preserve the character of the vintages and their ageing potential.
Terroir and vineyards
The estate and most of its vineyards are located in Treiso, near Barbaresco and not far from Neive. The estate's vineyards fall within historic crus such as Vallegrande, Asili, Pora, Marcarini, Ferrere and Trestelle; the soils are typically calcareous marls that characterize the Barbaresco area.
Awards and recognition
Giulio Grasso was named "Winemaker of the Year" by the Gambero Rosso guide.
Official Awards
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