Castello di Neive Barbaresco 2018

Cellar for up to 12 years. No need to decant before serving.

The fairytale medieval village of Neive is set in the heart of the Langhe region and is surrounded by verdant rolling hills planted with vines. The winery is located in the village’s 18th century castle and has been owned by the Stupino family since 1964. As well as 26 hectares of vines, the family also tend to 20 hectares of hazelnuts on the property.

This is their classic Barbaresco red which really showcases the beauty and power of the Nebbiolo grape. As is traditional in the region, the wine is only made from estate-grown fruit and it spends 12 months maturing in large oak casks until it is ready for bottling. This helps to add subtle oak influence while allowing Nebbiolo’s famously high tannins to soften.

In the glass there’s the typical light ruby red hue of the Nebbiolo along with enticing aromas of wild red berries, dried violets, toasted oak, and hints of spice. The first sip reveals a robust full body, firm tannins, and a well-developed structure with Barbaresco’s characteristic bright streak of acidity coming through on the finish. A great Italian red to pair with tomato-based pastas, braised read meats, and mature cheeses like Pecorino or Manchego.