Sanavento Barbaresco DOCG Enrico Serafino 1878

Sanavento Barbaresco DOCG: Piedmontese elegance signed by Enrico Serafino 1878

Sanavento Barbaresco DOCG is a red wine of great personality, a refined expression of the Langhe territory and the Piedmontese winemaking tradition. The winery Enrico Serafino 1878 offers a Barbaresco with a harmonious profile, designed to enhance the finesse of the grape variety and its natural ability to combine structure, elegance, and aromatic depth.

Territory and wine style

This Barbaresco DOCG is made from grapes cultivated in clay-limestone soils, with a southern and southwestern exposure, in vineyards trained using the Guyot method and managed with sustainable viticulture. Manual harvesting and careful selection of the grapes contribute to a precise and respectful approach to the raw material. The style of Sanavento Barbaresco DOCG combines expressive richness and restraint, with a balance that makes the wine inviting both today and after a period of evolution in the bottle.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents with an intense ruby red with garnet reflections. The bouquet is broad and intense, with notes of licorice, tobacco, spices, leather, and wilted rose, in a complex and refined ensemble. On the palate, the wine is fine and velvety, supported by a good structure and soft, well-integrated tannins. The freshness is well-calibrated and accompanies a long, elegant, and persistent finish, confirming the classic character of the Sanavento Barbaresco DOCG.

Recommended pairings

It is ideal with braised dishes, significant roasts, game, porcini mushrooms, and flavorful first courses from the Piedmontese tradition. It also pairs very well with aged cheeses and rich preparations that are not excessively spicy, capable of supporting its tannic structure and aromatic finesse.

Serving temperature

Serve the Sanavento Barbaresco DOCG at a temperature of 16 - 18 °C. If possible, it is helpful to open it a short while in advance to enhance the expression of the aromas and allow the wine to breathe properly in the glass.

Why buy it

The Sanavento Barbaresco DOCG is a compelling choice for those seeking an elegant, structured, and versatile Piedmontese red, capable of accompanying important moments and gourmet dinners. The signature of Enrico Serafino 1878, combined with careful processing and well-measured aging in wood, offers a wine of strong identity, with excellent potential for evolution and great drinkability.