Barbaresco Autinbej
Barbaresco,
2021
50,00 €
Characteristics
Charming deep garnet with antique rose highlights
NOSE: Intense fruity explosion of raspberry, jam, and violets, enhanced by delicate spiced touches and hints of cocoa
BOCA: Warm, long, and persistent; elegant tannins and a finish of ripe fruit that invites another sip
Angus tenderloin with boletus sauce The elegance of Nebbiolo enhances the umami of porcini mushrooms and the tenderness of the sirloin.
Red Meats, Aged Beef Steak, T‑bone or Tomahawk: Its freshness and balanced tannins cleanse the palate after each bite of intense meat.
Oxtail The deep stew and juice reduction intertwine with the spiced complexity of the wine.
Black Angus flank steak brioche: The mellowness of the brioche combines with ripe red fruit and delicate floral notes of Nebbiolo.
Cod Ravioli The smoky base and texture of the cod merge with the spicy and floral nuances of the wine.
Octopus leg Its minerality and freshness harmonize with the smokiness of the octopus and the creaminess of the purée.
Iberian ham The saltiness and fat of the ham contrast deliciously with the acidity and violet notes.
In the heart of Barbaresco, Autinbej revives the ancient practice of blending Nebbiolo from the sunniest crus, just as Ernesto Grasso, Giulio's father, used to do. Born in 2014, a year that challenged the rest of Italy and crowned this small appellation with exceptional conditions, Autinbej embodies the ultimate expression of our terroir.
Our vineyards, planted between 2008 and 2009, are situated on soils of Gray marl, limestone, and sand, in east- and west-facing plots to achieve perfect harmony between freshness and ripeness. The manual harvest, carried out in early October, captures the essence of each grape cluster at its peak.
Traditional winemaking, with maceration of 9–15 days in stainless steel and controlled fermentation, gives way to aging 24 months in large Slavonian oak barrels, lending nobility without masking varietal purity. After an additional period of rest in the bottle, Autinbej is released into the world with its unmistakable character.
