# Demarie Barbaresco DOCG (2020)

- **Producer:** Az. Agricola Demarie Giovanni
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Nebbiolo
- **Region:** Piemonte, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €46
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black plum, red plum, red cherry, black cherry, chocolate, vanilla, cedar, cloves, tobacco, dried fruit, earth, leather, forest floor

## About this wine

The Demarie Barbaresco DOCG 2020 is a 100% Nebbiolo from the esteemed Barbaresco appellation in Piedmont, Italy. Produced by Az. Agricola Demarie Giovanni, a family estate with a three-generation history, the wine originates from parcels in Neive, including the MGA Serracapelli and Canova. The vineyards are planted with vines from the late 1960s, grown in Tortonian soils characterized by grey-blue Sant'Agata Marl rich in limestone. The Demarie family emphasizes traditional winemaking and sustainability, with the 2020 vintage benefiting from warm, dry conditions that yielded balanced wines.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyards in Neive date back to the late 1960s.
- Soils are Tortonian Sant'Agata Marl, rich in limestone.
- Practicing organic farming with a focus on biodiversity.
- Limited yields ensure concentrated fruit.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and firm tannins are well-suited to complement the richness and protein of red meats, creating a balanced palate. Its complex aromatics can echo or contrast with herbs and spices in dishes, enhancing the overall dining experience.

## Wine making process

The Demarie Barbaresco DOCG 2020 is crafted using traditional winemaking methods. Following harvest, the Nebbiolo grapes undergo long maceration on their skins, with fermentation taking place in cement or stainless steel tanks utilizing manual punch-downs. The wine is then aged for 24 months in large Slavonian oak barrels (Botti). A minimum of 3-4 months of bottle aging precedes release. The winery practices organic farming with a strong emphasis on sustainability and biodiversity.