Rivetti Massimo PierinValetta Barbaresco 2019 (750ml) Elgin

Rivetti Massimo PierinValetta Barbaresco 2019 (750ml) ElginPierinvaletta Barbaresco is made from 100% Nebbiolo Rich, Full bodied, Intense. Pierin Valetta is one of the ancestor of the Family and these wines are dedicated to him as we would like to thank him for giving us vineyards that reach up to 70 years old. Made from 70 years old vines planted on clay soils. Aged 30 months in French and Slovanian Oak barrels. Wine wasn't filtered before bottling.

This California Zinfandel highlights a bright red-fruit and spice expression of Zinfandel

A bit rustic in the warming finish

Grenache is king and flourishes with its expressive fruit and is masterfully blended with Syrah and Mourvedre to add freshness and structure

The palate is bright and energetic

and Azahar is the perfect example of what the region is capable of

this time blended with echoes of vanilla from its brief stint in oak

and a smooth

blackberry pâte de fruit and dark currant paste

A lovely textural roundness is balanced by racy acidity and minerality

delicate herbs and spices

Pre-fermentation maceration: 3-5 days at 4-6 degres celcius

lies the Pouilly-Fuissé appellation