Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco Riserva Rabaja 2021 (1.5L)

Name: Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco Riserva Rabaja 2021 (1.5L)
Brand: The Wine Guardian [WIG]
SKU: SF-4-WIG--043026-1.5L12
Price: 199.99 USD
Availability: InStock

$199⁹⁹

Among the best values for cellar-worthy wine in the world: the Produttori del Barbaresco's single-vineyard Riservas, made only in top vintages from the greatest crus, here in magnum, the format collectors prize for slower, more graceful aging. Rabajà is perhaps the most famous cru of all, combining power and perfume in equal measure, deeply structured yet aromatic, with the depth that marks Barbaresco's finest sites. These Riservas reward 5, 10, 20, even 30 years, and a magnum buys you even more patience plus a centerpiece for the table. Tasting the adjacent crus, each shaped by its own terroir, is one of wine's great experiences. The 2021 is built for the long haul.

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Antonio Galloni

97 points

"The 2021 Barbaresco Riserva Rabajà is dark, powerful and explosive. That's the good news. Readers will have to be patient with this brooding, sepia-toned Barbaresco. Dark fruit, graphite, new leather, licorice, scorched earth and gravel add to an impression of muscular gravitas. The 2021 needs a bit of time in the glass to start opening, but when it does, it's magnificent." —Antonio Galloni

Decanter

97 points

"From the warm, southwest-exposed vineyards along one of Barbaresco’s most revered ridges, the 2021 echoes the complexity of soil and nuances of terrain with the resolute backbone this site is notorious for. With coaxing, it becomes rather evocatively scented. Sweet herbs and juniper emerge, followed by orange and baking spice, yet the austere palate still needs to catch up. All is simmering at the intense red berry core, while well-toned, muscular tannins provide plenty to chew on. These are stony and finessed but will require time. Mouthwatering and long on the finish."

Wine Spectator

98 points

"There’s a core of cherry, raspberry, rose, earth and eucalyptus in this powerful yet reserved Barbaresco. Flashes of orange peel and amaro emerge as the vivid acidity kicks in. The tannins are accordingly dense, and this shuts down on the finish today. Nevertheless, there’s a majesty to this red and the sense of a thoroughbred waiting to emerge."

Kerin O'Keefe

97 points

"The most structured and brooding Riserva from Produttori del Barbaresco, the 2021 Rabajà Riserva offers enticing scents of new leather, red cherry, citrus and forest floor that carry over to the full-bodied palate along with ripe raspberry, star anise and ground clove. Firm, well-integrated but clenching tannins provide the backbone. Drink 2031–2041." —Kerin O'Keefe

More about Produttori del Barbaresco

The Produttori is Barbaresco’s benchmark producer. A huge share of the village’s best farmers, representing virtually all of its best terroirs, bring their fruit to the co-op. It is hard to be admitted to the co-op. There is a waiting list; only a few make it.

Once you are in, the rules are strict. You don't get to hold back any wine for your own labels. This isn't a region where growers ship off their second best to the co-op and put their pride and joy in their own luxury bottles. You have to meet strict quality controls, of course. The Produttori is only devoted to quality-minded farmers with incredible terroir giving their all.

The winemaking is likewise next level. Aldo Vacca, the co-op’s general manager, is one of the wine world’s greatest artists. If you ever have the opportunity to meet and taste with him, take it; he is also one of the wine world’s great communicators.

Wine Details

Grape Variety

Nebbiolo
Vintage

2021
Size

1.5L
Farming Practice

Sustainable
Style

Earthy
Sweetness

Dry
Body

Full Bodied

Flatiron's Take

From the Importer

Tasting Notes & Food Pairings

Perfect Pairings

Brasato, braised beef cheek, roast game, truffle risotto, aged Castelmagno and Parmigiano.

Tasting Profile

Dark cherry, rose, tar, and spice. Full-bodied, high acidity, deep firm tannins. Powerful yet perfumed, very long finish. Magnum rewards extra patience.