Produttori del Barbaresco, Barbaresco Riserva “Muncagota”, 2021 SO013025 Ludes 2023s finishing with a chalky sensation

finishing with a chalky sensation of fine granularity

exotic pineapple

Fermentation uses submerged cap with extended maceration

The Crianza is Rioja's traditional handshake: a minimum year in oak

Fermented one month in tall oak vats with indigenous yeast

Produttori del Barbaresco, Barbaresco Riserva “Muncagota”, 2021 SO013025 Ludes 2023s finishing with a chalky sensationNamed Moccagatta until 2007, Muncagota sits on southeast slopes with calcareous limestone low in sanda terroir that creates laser focused fruit and firm, stylish tannins rather than weight. The 2021 shows that signature mint and violet character, elegant and mineral driven, with black cherry and plum framed by freshness. This wine aims for finesse, not power, and rewards patience.