2019 Moccagatta Barbaresco

Region: Piedmont, Italy

Grape: Nebbiolo

Culinary Suggestions: Game meats, truffle/mushroom dishes or mature cheeses

Vineyard Practice: Organic

About

A family affair to this very day, Moccagatta continues to focus on both the terroir of their homeland and the finesse that Barbaresco demands. The vineyards are all farmed organically and the wines, while being aged in a stunningly updated winery, speak of a place and of a people with a long history of tending this very land. If you haven’t been introduced to the wines of Moccagatta, now’s the time. And if you have, we welcome you to reacquaint yourself with these beautiful wines from Barbaresco. - Importer Note

Tasting Notes

The 2019 Barbaresco stands apart, thanks to the pleasantly bold and intact quality of its bouquet that is laced with sweet cherry fruit, candied orange, blue flower, rusty ore and iodine. This unique expression offers an equal measure of sweetness, which is contrasted against savory tones, with impressive precision and balance. I highly recommend this classic Barbaresco from the talented team at Moccagatta. Some 8,000 bottles were released at a reasonable price.

93 points - Monica Larner, Wine Advocate June 2022

Drink: 2023 - 2037

Very floral with crushed berries and hints of lemon leaf in the nose. Medium-bodied with very fine tannins that are polished and together. Delicate finish. Drink now or hold.

91 points - jamessuckling.com September 2022

Moccagatta's 2019 Barbaresco is racy and expressive, which makes it a good choice for near-term drinking, once the tannins soften a bit. Cinnamon, blood orange and spice add aromatic presence to this bright, supple Barbaresco from vines in Muncagota, Basarin and Cottá. Floral notes leave a closing accent on the taut finish.

90 points - Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media September 2021

Drink: 2024 - 2032