Organic Barbaresco producer and regenerative farmer Lano Gianlugi gives this red blend star treatment just like his coveted Nebbiolos. The aromatic and higher acid and tannin varietal Fresia and fruity lower acid and tannin Barbera make a great pair in the right hands. We couldn't ask for a better value robust Italian red.
medium bodied, unmistakably rustic Italian bouquet, vibrant red fruit, sarsaparilla, rose petal button mushroom, earth - the perfect weeknight alternative to pricier Nebbiolo
region: piedmont, italy
varietal: 70% barbera, 30% freisa (relative of Nebbiolo)
style: red
farming & cellar: certified organic, fermented in concrete, matured 2 years in neutral slovenian cask
pairing: tajarin al burro w/ white truffle and sage