2015 Guido Rivella 'Fausoni' Barbaresco
2015 Guido Rivella 'Fausoni' Barbaresco
$127.00
Size: 750ml
Grape: Nebbiolo
Producer: Winemaker Guido Rivella
Region: Piedmont, Italy, in the appellation of Barbaresco
In the cellar: Enrico Rivella (paraphrasing his father Guido) says about their winemaking, “Ninety-nine percent of the work is done in the vineyards. Our job in the cellar is not to to f*%k it up.”
Farming method: Biodynamic
Tasting notes: Elegant and slightly spicy and waxy notes of ripe plums and cherries. The nose is a glorious explosion of dried flowers and herbs. Pair to braised gamey meats or a decadent cheese and charcuterie spread.