Ravensworth Barbera & Nebbiolo 2023

Our tilt at the wonderful Lange blends from Piemonte. Barbera is just so juicy and zesty, the introduction of the more serious Nebbiolo tames this acidity and adds a wash of fine tannin. Like mash and gravy, they just work.Collection: Regional
Vintage: 2023
GI: Hilltops
Vineyard source: Grove, Bit of Heaven
Harvest date: 28th March
Processing: Whole berry on skins for 3 -4 weeks
Élevage: 11 Months
Vessels: Older barriques
Vintage conditions: A late bud burst with ample (to say the least) spring rain that dried up at flowering in mid to late December. Some good summer rains that thankfully fried out for harvest.
Bottling date: Feb 2023
Production: 300 dozen
Cellaring: Drink young but will be fine for 3 -5 years at least
Something interesting: Barbera can have up to 9g/l acid at harvest
Drink with: Braised hare