Notes of: Strawberry

Notes of: Clove

Notes of: Sour Cherry

Notes of: Savory

Notes of: Earthy

Notes of: Graphite

Riva Leone

Riva Leone Barbaresco

Italy, Piemonte

Red wine

4.6

Expert Rating

3.8

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Riva Leone Barbaresco is produced by Mack & Schuhle. Nebbiolo is crushed and 100% destemmed before being fermented in temperature-controlled vats between 25-28°C. Maceration last between 6 to 8 days with daily pump-overs and/ or délestage to gently extract the tannins and flavors from the skins. Aging last at least 2 years, half of which occurs in oak barrels, which helps refine the tannins and gain mid-palate breadth. Wine is filtered to help give this Barbaresco its luminous brilliant appearance and seductive pale ruby hue. The palate delivers aromas of crunchy red cherries and plums with haunting notes of rose petal and tar layered with dried herbs culminating in a long, savory-tinged finish.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Riva Leone Barbaresco offers an enticing bouquet of dried roses, violets, and red fruits, accompanied by earthy undertones of truffles and tobacco.On the palate, this wine showcases a harmonious balance between its firm tannins and vibrant acidity. It presents flavors of tart cherries, plums, and raspberries, complemented by notes of licorice, leather, and spices. With its medium to full body, Riva Leone Barbaresco delivers a long and persistent finish, leaving a pleasant and lingering impression.

EXPERT RATING

4.6

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2026

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Nebbiolo

ORIGINS

Winery: Riva Leone

Region: Piemonte

Piemonte, located in the northwest of Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. It is home to some of the most iconic wines, such as Barolo and Barbaresco, and is renowned for its stunning landscapes and centuries-old winemaking traditions. It is also home to the world famous sparkling wine Moscato d’Asti. The history of winemaking in Piemonte dates back to the ancient Romans, who planted the first vines in the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of some of the world's finest wines. The region's winemaking industry was revolutionized by the introduction of the modern winemaking techniques of the French. This led to the emergence of some of the most iconic wines of the region, such as Barolo and Barbaresco.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.8

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