Barbaresco Produttori del Barbaresco 1986
This is a 1986 Barbaresco from the renowned Produttori del Barbaresco, presented in a large 3000 ml format. The wine originates from the prestigious Piedmont region in northwestern Italy, an area literally translating to 'at the foot of the mountain' and surrounded by the Alps. Specifically, it comes from the classic Barbaresco appellation within the Langhe hills east of Alba. The 1986 vintage in this area is described as dense and slightly rustic, earning a score of 83 points. The steep hills of the Langhe are often enveloped in thick autumn morning fog, which protects the grapes and ensures a long, perfect ripening period.
Classified as a Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG), this red wine has an alcohol content of 13.5% and is made exclusively from Nebbiolo. This premier Italian grape is deeply tied to Piedmont, particularly Barolo and Barbaresco, and is known for producing elegant wines with great structure. Barbaresco is considered one of the king wines of the region, originating from an appellation that encompasses the villages of Barbaresco, Neive, Treiso, and San Rocco Seno d’Elvio. The area is celebrated for its profound focus on terroir and how the soil and microclimate influence the wine.
Produttori del Barbaresco is widely regarded as one of the most respected wine cooperatives in the world. While the modern iteration was founded in 1958 by local winegrowers, its roots trace back to 1894 when Domizio Cavazza, the director of the local enological school, established the area's first cooperative. Today, the cooperative unites members who collectively own 110 hectares, all exclusively planted with Nebbiolo within the Barbaresco zone. This rare degree of specialization gives the producer a unique position in crafting classic Barbaresco. The original label beautifully captures this collaborative spirit, describing a village of hills and vine rows, where sixty winegrowers and a single cellar come together to create a wine meant to turn any happy occasion into a celebration. The wine was bottled at the origin by these united producers.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Piedmont
Piedmont (which literally means "at the foot of the mountain") is located in northwestern Italy, surrounded by the Alps. It is considered one of the world's absolute most prestigious wine regions. The area is known for small, passionate, family-run wineries and a huge focus on terroir (how the soil and microclimate affect the wine).
Classic characteristics of Piedmont:
The royal wines: This is where the world-famous, complex and expensive red wines Barolo and Barbaresco come from (both made from 100% Nebbiolo).
Everyday heroes: In addition to Nebbiolo, the region is famous for the grapes Barbera (juicy, acidic and incredibly popular) and Dolcetto (dark, soft and fruity).
The white and sweet: Piedmont also makes the crisp white wine Gavi and the famous, lightly sparkling dessert bubbles Moscato d'Asti.
The landscape: Dramatic, steep hills – especially in the Langhe sub-area. The hills are often shrouded in thick morning mist in autumn, which protects the grapes and allows for a long, perfect ripening.
Gastronomy: An absolute mecca for food lovers. The area is world famous for the exclusive white truffles from Alba, hazelnuts and rich, simmered dishes that scream with a glass of local red wine.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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