# Barolo Ravera Josetta Saffirio (2019)

- **Producer:** Josetta Saffirio
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Nebbiolo
- **Region:** Piedmont, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €56
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, black cherry, black plum, rose, violet, leather, dried fruit, tobacco, earth

## About this wine

The Barolo Ravera Josetta Saffirio 2019 is a single-vineyard Barolo DOCG from the Ravera cru in Monforte d'Alba, Piedmont. Produced by Josetta Saffirio, a family-run winery with roots tracing back to post-World War II vineyard plantings, this vintage marks the debut release from the Ravera vineyard under the estate's new label design. Josetta Saffirio took stewardship of the family vineyards in 1977, with the winery's first Barolo released in 1985. The estate's labels are characterized by a gnome motif, a nod to familial folklore. The winery practices 'harmonious viticulture' and adheres to organic and vegan-friendly production standards.

## Interesting facts

- Features a gnome on its label, inspired by father's stories.
- The 2019 is the first release from the Ravera cru vineyard.
- The winery emphasizes 'harmonious viticulture'.
- Organic and vegan-friendly production.

## Food pairing

The wine's robust structure and firm tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of protein and fat in dishes. Its complexity and potential for savory notes can echo or contrast with earthy ingredients like mushrooms and truffles.

## Wine making process

The Barolo Ravera Josetta Saffirio 2019 is produced from 100% Nebbiolo grapes grown in the Ravera cru vineyard. The winemaking process involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks, followed by an extended maceration period to enhance extraction. The wine then matures in large, traditional oak casks (botti), a practice that allows for slow integration and preservation of the grape's character. The winery adheres to organic viticulture and produces vegan-friendly wines, reflecting a philosophy of 'harmonious viticulture'.