Castello di Neive Santo Stefano Barbaresco Riserva
A bright garnet with subtle brick hues. The nose, it offers delicate floral perfumes (rose petals and violets) alongside dried cherry, red currant, and hints of tobacco, leather and sweet spices. The palate has red fruit (cherry, cranberry, red currant) with earthy mushroom and anise spice. Castello di Neive is a historic estate in the heart of the Barbaresco appellation, housed in a castle dating back to the 18th century. Through highlighting its single-vineyard expressions, the winery showcases the potential of Barbaresco by combining deep regional heritage and minimal intervention.
Classification: DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita)
Grape Varietal: Nebbiolo
Feature: Sustainable
Country: Italy
Region: Piedmont
Appellation: Barbaresco
Grape Profile: Nebbiolo is a noble grape variety native to Piedmont, renowned for producing complex and long-lived wines. It is characterized by its high acidity and tannins, which give structure and aging potential, along with its distinctive aromas of roses, red fruits, and earthy undertones.
Region Profile: Barbaresco, located in Piedmont’s Langhe hills, is one of Italy’s most prestigious wine regions. The area benefits from a continental climate with warm summers and cool autumns, allowing grapes to ripen fully while maintaining acidity. Soils are primarily calcareous marl and clay, contributing to the wine’s structure and finesse.
Pair with: Rich dishes like truffle risotto, tagliatelle with mushroom sauce, osso buco or braised meats. Aged cheeses like Parmesan, Pecorino, and Taleggio. Vegetarian dishes like eggplant Parmesan.
