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Giuseppe Cortese - Barbera d'Alba Morassina 2017

Italie • Barbera d'Alba • Red

$1,189.00 tax included
$1,189.00 tax included $1,400.00
$198.16 / unit
Packaging : 6 x 75CL - Cardboard

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Description

THE Barbera d'Alba Morassina 2017 of Giuseppe Cortese is an authentic expression of the Italian terroir. This wine redThis wine, from the Barbera d'Alba appellation, embodies the richness and complexity of Piedmont wines. Let yourself be seduced by its fruity character and elegant structure, a testament to the winemaker's expertise. domaine Giuseppe Cortese.
Ratings

Ratings

  • James Suckling 92/100
Notes and pairings

Notes and pairings

Tasting notes

This Barbera d'Alba boasts a brilliant ruby color. On the nose, it offers a bouquet of ripe red fruits, enhanced by spicy notes. On the palate, the attack is fresh and fruity, with a lovely acidity that balances the wine's richness. The finish is persistent and elegant, leaving a pleasant sensation of freshness. A harmonious and flavorful wine.

Food & wine pairings

It will perfectly complement pasta dishes with tomato sauce, grilled meats or Italian cheeses.
Producer

Producer

La cuvée Morassina comes from a specific vineyard located just above the famous Rabajà cru. Unlike Barbaresco wines from the domaine Aged in large casks, the Morassina spends approximately 18 months in Slovenian oak barrels (new and one-year-old).

Owner and history

Giuseppe Cortese is the guardian of Barbaresco's traditions. Located in the small village of Barbaresco itself, this domaine The family embodies the essence of a mythical terroir: Rabajà. It is an "insider" address, remaining faithful to a classic, unadorned style, where Nebbiolo expresses itself with timeless straightforwardness and elegance.

Vinification and aging

The winemaking process is very traditional, using concrete or stainless steel tanks, followed by extended aging in old oak casks. The aim is to avoid masking the Rabajà terroir.

The case of the Barbera "Morassina": This is the exception for the winery. It is vinified in oak barrels (225 liters). Why? Because Barbera naturally has high acidity but few tannins; the small oak barrel provides the structure and "spicy" character it lacks.

The team's opinion

The 2017 vintage for la cuvée Giuseppe Cortese's Morassina is a particularly interesting expression of Barbera. It's a wine that shakes up the usual conventions of... domaine (very traditional) by offering a richer and more structured interpretation.

  • Serving temperature 16–18 °C

  • Climax 2020 à 2027

Wine profile

  • Fruity
  • Complex
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