Barbacàn

The Barbacàn company is located in Valtellina, family-run. They cultivate: the nebbiolo or chiavennasca with which it produces three wines, Rosso di Valtellina, Valtellina Superiore Valgella Söl and Valtellina Superiore Valgella Pizamej. The family’s approach is very well reflected in their wines, not homologated to a standard and different taste in every vintage, with their quirks and, at the same time, their balances. They work by creating a real bond between themselves and the wine, trying as much as possible to respect nature and the vineyard.

What strikes me about this winery is what it can be born from the passion and care of a few hectares. I had the pleasure of getting to know Barbacan by tasting, driven by curiosity, the Valtellina Rosso produced with 100% Nebbiolo grapes and I was struck by its light flavor that makes it easy to drink. Hints of cherry, raspberry and black currant emerge accompanied by a light note of smoking. I congratulate the producers for their hard work. The wine in my opinion, left to age, evolve, could achieve high results.

Excellent in combination with the first courses with meat sauce, it also goes well with mushroom risotto and salami.