Barbaresco Musso Pora 2017
Spiced with cinnamon and vanilla. The flavor is consistent: full bodied, intense, enveloping and with fine mature tannins.
Barbaresco Musso Pora 2017 is a very expressive and grand wine: starting with the color, a red garnet decidedly intact and pure without wavering; the scent is ethereal, very rich in fragrant scents such as cherries, raspberries, and wild strawberries along with hints of dried flowers. The next flavors to arrive are spiced with cinnamon and vanilla. The flavor is consistent: full bodied, intense, enveloping and with fine mature tannins.
It was a vintage of rich wines with plenty of energy and aromatics. After a mild winter with little snow and an anticipated vegetative development, temperatures brutally dropped around mid-April. Starting May, weather turned stable. Days were hot but nights cooler. The major diurnal drop preserved the vines from water stress. By early September, night temperatures dropped even further, enhancing phenolic ripening while slowing down sugar accumulation.
WINEMAKING Fermentation in steel tanks at controlled temperature. After the fermentation there is a maceration process with ‘immerged cap’ for 45/60 days. Then the aging takes place: 12 months in 50 hl Slavonian oak barrels and other 12 months in 25 hl Slavonian oak barrels.
Musso is a small family estate dating back to 1929 but rooted in the region as far back as the 17th century. Sebastiano Musso started with little more than a hectare. Their area under vine has since grown to 10 hectares with gradual and careful additions of only the best sites in and around Barbaresco. The emphasis on organic methods and minimal addition of sulphites results in wines that express the full potential of the sites and of the grapes.
Nebbiolo
Nebbiolo (pronounced Nay-bee-OH-lo) is a native Italian grape variety cultivated in the northern regions, particularly in Piedmont. Its name derives from the Italian word “Nebbia,” which means “fog.”
This grape type creates exceptional wines, characterized by great finesse and extraordinary aging capacity. Nebbiolo wines are known for their high tannins, high acidity, and aromas of red cherries, tar, and rose petals.
They appear pale like Pinot Noir, but their flavour profile is anything but light. Expect striking flavours of cherry, coffee, anise, and primordial earth. These wines pair well with rustic Italian fare, savory Chinese dishes, and spice-driven Asian cuisine
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The Country
Italian wine, with its rich diversity and quality, is a reflection of the country’s deep-rooted wine culture and the varied terroirs that span from the Alpine slopes in the north to the sun-drenched islands in the south. Italy is renowned for being the world’s largest wine producer, offering an array of wines that are as diverse as its cuisine. From the robust and age-worthy Barolo and Barbaresco wines of Piedmont to the light and zesty Pinot Grigio of the Veneto region, Italian wines are made to complement a wide range of foods and occasions. The country’s winemaking history dates back thousands of years, influenced by ancient civilizations such as the Etruscans and Romans, and continues to evolve today. Each region boasts its own indigenous grape varieties, with over 350 officially recognized by the Italian government, contributing to the unique character and flavor profiles of Italian wines. Whether it’s a Chianti Classico enjoyed with pasta in a Tuscan villa or a crisp Prosecco toasting a special moment, Italian wines encapsulate the essence of la dolce vita—the sweet life
The Region
Piedmont, or “Piemonte” in Italian, is a renowned wine-growing region in northwestern Italy with such as Barolo which is often called the ‘King of Wines’, Barbaresco similar to Barolo but slightly more approachable, Barbera d’Asti perfect for everyday enjoyment and Moscato d’Asti sweet, aromatic, and low in alcohol
The Producer
Musso is a small family estate dating back to 1929 but rooted in the region as far back as the 17th century. Sebastiano Musso started with little more than a hectare. Their area under vine has since grown to 10 hectares with gradual and careful additions of only the best sites in and around Barbaresco. The emphasis on organic methods and minimal addition of sulphites results in wines that express the full potential of the sites and of the grapes.
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