Barbaresco DOCG - Massimo Rivetti
Barbaresco DOCG - Massimo Rivetti
Massimo Rivetti

Barbaresco DOCG - Massimo Rivetti 2020

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Format: 75 cl

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Producer Massimo Rivetti
Name Barbaresco DOCG
Variety Nebbiolo
Vintage 2020
Gradation 14.0%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Notes of red fruits, spices, licorice
Vinification method Steel fermentation, aging in wood
Region Piedmont
Production area Langhe
Country Italy
Type Red wine
Aging Minimum 24 months
Type of cask Oak barrels
Color Intense ruby red
Serving temperature 18-20°C
Recommended consumption Within 10-15 years
Pairing Red meats, aged cheeses, game

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Massimo Rivetti's Barbaresco DOCG is a red wine that captures the refined and intense essence of the Piedmont region. Produced from the noble Nebbiolo grapes, this wine is the result of meticulous attention both in the vineyard and in the cellar, following sustainable farming practices.

Visually, Massimo Rivetti's Barbaresco presents a light garnet red color, typical of mature Nebbiolo. The bouquet is complex and inviting, with notes of violet, cherry, and small red fruits, enhanced by an elegant hint of spices and a subtle background of vanilla and leather, due to aging in wood.

On the palate, the structure is robust yet harmonious. The tannins are present but finely crafted, balanced by the right acidity which adds freshness to the sip. The aromatic persistence is remarkable, leaving a pleasantly long and savory sensation that invites another glass.

This Barbaresco is ideal for accompanying richly flavored dishes such as roasts, game, and aged cheeses. Furthermore, it has an excellent aging potential, being able to evolve harmoniously for many years in the cellar.

Producing a Barbaresco requires patience and dedication, qualities that Massimo Rivetti has fully embraced, bringing to our tables a wine that tells a story of land, tradition, and passion.
The winery

Massimo Rivetti – Winery in Piemonte

Discover the story and wines of Massimo Rivetti.

Family-owned winery based in Neive (Langhe, Piedmont) producing DOC and DOCG wines organically, with a focus on sustainability and wine tourism hospitality.
Region: Piemonte
Country: Italia
Founded: 1873
Grapes: Nebbiolo, Barbera, Moscato, Pinot Nero, Chardonnay, Arneis, Dolcetto, Merlot
A multi-generational, family-owned business rooted in Neive. 25 hectares of vineyard farmed entirely organically. Declared annual production of approximately 100,000 bottles, with a focus on Barbaresco and Langhe Nebbiolo. Selection of indigenous and international grape varieties. Online shop, visits and tastings organized at the winery.
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Winery history
The Rivetti family has been active in the Neive area for several generations. The estate traces its roots in the town back to 1873 and maintains a family winemaking tradition passed down over time. The vineyard plots historically owned by the family are clustered around several farmsteads, and the winery is located on the Serraboella hill, renowned for Barbaresco production.
Production philosophy
Production focused on respect for nature: the estate cultivates its vineyards using organic methods and promotes sustainable practices in the winery. Manual harvesting is carried out and techniques to preserve biodiversity and grape quality are employed; company communications also highlight the use of recyclable packaging and the adoption of measures for energy sustainability.
Terroir and vineyards
Neive, Langhe. The estate's vineyards are distributed around several farmsteads owned by the company — Froi, Garassino, Palazzina and Bussolino — with exposures well suited to Nebbiolo and Barbaresco.

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