Produttori del Barbaresco 2016 Barbaresco Riserva, Montefico

Perhaps the world's most celebrated wine co-operative the Produttori Del Barbaresco, founded in 1956 is today considered one of the most consistent and top-quality producers in the region. Now some 56 growers contribute with a very wide array of vineyard holdings. This Riserva is sourced from the Montefico vineyard, an under 10-acre vineyard with south/south-west exposure and calcareous limestone soil. This 100% Nebbiolo aged 36 months in large oak barrels and 9 months in the bottle.

Vinous scored this 98 saying "The 2016 Barbaresco Montefico is a jewel of a wine. Freshly cut flowers, minerals, crushed rocks, rose petal and lavender are all finely cut. As always, the Montefico is tense and chiseled in style. Its sense of transparency is simply beguiling. Sage, mint and sweet pipe tobacco are some of the nuances that linger. The Montefico is a Barbaresco that will thrill readers who enjoy taut reds. It blends the fruit richness of the Montestefano with the verve of Ovello."