Identity
| Producer | Borgogno Rivata |
| Vol | 75 |
| Classification | DOC |
| Grapes | Nebbiolo |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Red ruby tending toward orange, with a bright ruby-red hue and orange undertones. |
| Aroma | The wine shows a ruby-red color with orange hints, offering aromas of ripe red berries, violet-like floral notes, subtle spice and a hint of earthiness that together create a complex bouquet. |
| Palate | On the palate it is full-bodied and silky, with fine tannins, bright acidity, moderate alcohol, and a lingering, elegant finish. |
| Finish | The finish is long and persistent, echoing the red fruit and subtle spice, leaving a gentle mineral aftertaste. |
| Food Pairing | Salumi, white meats, and cheeses |
| Serving Temp | 15 |
| Aging Potential | 5-10 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGH
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 14.5 |
| Aging Process | 50% large wood barrels and 50% concrete tanks; 22 days fermentation in steel with good extraction; aging 50% in large wood barrels and 50% in concrete tanks (2023 vintage). |
| Fermentation | 22 days fermentation in steel with good extraction |
Terroir
| Soil | Sand and clay |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are hand-picked, destemmed and pressed, followed by spontaneous fermentation in large concrete tanks at 22-28°C for about 15 days. |
Interesting facts
| Borgogno Rivata is a young winery focused on low-impact agriculture, using inter-row cover crops and integrated pest management to avoid herbicides and fungicides. |