Barbaresco Albesani DOCG 2022

Vigna Rionda di Massolino Flli | Piedmont
Az. Agr. Vigna Rionda S.S. | Piazza Cappellano 8 | IT 12050 Serralunga d'Alba

05493822 · 0,75 l · 100,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping< 24 units available

Franco and Roberto Massolino dreamed of this moment for years. A Barbaresco – was missing from their portfolio. But it had to be the right vineyard, the perfect location. Then, at the end of 2018, they struck lucky: Bernardino Gastaldi, an ambitious winemaker from Neive with plots in three of the best MGAs in Barbaresco, offered them a collaboration. Starderi, Serraboella, Albesani – three names that are making history. The first harvest in 2019 and it was clear from the outset that Albesani would be vinified separately. What this hill told was too extraordinary. Two hectares at 230 metres, south-west facing, calcareous-marly clay soils with the characteristic Marna di Sant'Agata Fossili, the fossil rock formation that also forms the foundation of Barolo. Fifty-year-old vines with deep roots. Albesani is recognised by connoisseurs as one of the most beautiful vineyards in Italy – and anyone who has tasted the wine will understand why. Even during fermentation, the brothers realised that this is an exceptional wine. The perfect combination of exposure, altitude and age of the vines produces grapes of a purity and elegance that astonishes even experienced Oenologist.

A Barbaresco of rare balance – rich, elegant, austere in places, but with an accessibility that enchants even in its youth. Garnet red colour of moderate intensity. Seductive floral notes, accompanied by red fruits. Exceptional harmony on the palate, polished tannins, balanced acidity. A wine that proves that Neive has a voice of its own – softer than Serralunga's monumentality, but with that irresistible charm that only Nebbiolo from great vineyards possesses. A new chapter began at the end of 2018. 2022 continues with this wine. SUPERIORE.DE

"Light ruby colour with a clear garnet-red tendency. Initially restrained, then fine notes of small wild berries, followed by marzipan and undergrowth. More present on the palate, with a concentrated fruit centre, fine tannins and integrated acidity through to the lingering, juicy final." Falstaff

"The Barbaresco Albesani 2022 offers very good depth and a fine balance, with commendable freshness and plenty of vigour for this year. Dark red fruits, rose petals, lavender, cedar and cinnamon develop well. The mid-palate is well resonant and supple, obviously within the smaller style of the vintage." Vinous

"A fresh and floral wine with aromas of roses, geraniums, lively red cherries and pomegranates. Powerful and dense on the palate, with snappy, slightly tart tannins, fresh acidity, medium body and a youthful finish." James Suckling

"This MGA bottling from vines over 50 years old is obviously more mineral than the classic Barbaresco. It is also denser, but still wonderfully perfumed with raspberries, strawberries, mint and roses. The juicy acidity gives it an inner radiance, and the chalky, savoury minerality cleanses the mouth. The added depth and length are worth the price of admission." Decanter

"The Barbaresco Albesani 2022 shows structure and focus. The wine shows a vertical delivery of fruit flavours along with crushed stone, sambuca and blue flowers. There is a saline note at the end, and the wine shows polished, fine-grained tannins. The Albesani is another example of a wine that defies the heat of the vintage and shows elegance and grace." Wine Advocate

"Elegant, yet with some punch, this red delivers cherry, strawberry, rose, licorice, mineral and menthol flavors. Backed by a line of chalky tannins, while lively acidity cuts through to the long, firm finish. Offers an extra gear." Wine Spectator