2016 Az. Agr. Fratelli Cigliuti Barbaresco “Serraboella”, Piedmont, Italy
ABOUT THIS WINE
Serraboella is one of Neive’s most esteemed vineyard sites, known for producing Barbaresco wines of intensity, structure, and longevity. Its calcareous-clay soils and favorable exposures contribute to Nebbiolo’s aromatic complexity and tannic precision, yielding wines that are both powerful and refined.
From 3 ha of 65-year-old, southwest-facing Nebbiolo vines. Maceration and fermentation for 15-20 days in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts, then aged 26 months in 70% Slavonian oak casks and 30% French oak tonneaux (mostly used, up to 8 years old).
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Azienda Agricola Fratelli Cigliuti is a family-owned estate based in Neive, in the heart of the Barbaresco appellation. Founded in the 1960s, the winery has built a reputation for meticulous vineyard stewardship and wines that faithfully express their cru origins.
The Cigliuti family emphasizes sustainable farming, low yields, and careful canopy management to achieve optimal ripeness and balance. In the cellar, their philosophy is rooted in restraint and respect for tradition, allowing Nebbiolo’s character and the individuality of sites like Serraboella to shine. The result is a portfolio of wines that marry structure with elegance, reflecting both heritage and precision winemaking
Original: $203.99
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$71.40
Description
ABOUT THIS WINE
Serraboella is one of Neive’s most esteemed vineyard sites, known for producing Barbaresco wines of intensity, structure, and longevity. Its calcareous-clay soils and favorable exposures contribute to Nebbiolo’s aromatic complexity and tannic precision, yielding wines that are both powerful and refined.
From 3 ha of 65-year-old, southwest-facing Nebbiolo vines. Maceration and fermentation for 15-20 days in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts, then aged 26 months in 70% Slavonian oak casks and 30% French oak tonneaux (mostly used, up to 8 years old).
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Azienda Agricola Fratelli Cigliuti is a family-owned estate based in Neive, in the heart of the Barbaresco appellation. Founded in the 1960s, the winery has built a reputation for meticulous vineyard stewardship and wines that faithfully express their cru origins.
The Cigliuti family emphasizes sustainable farming, low yields, and careful canopy management to achieve optimal ripeness and balance. In the cellar, their philosophy is rooted in restraint and respect for tradition, allowing Nebbiolo’s character and the individuality of sites like Serraboella to shine. The result is a portfolio of wines that marry structure with elegance, reflecting both heritage and precision winemaking
