Fontanabianca Bordini Barbaresco

Fontanabianca Bordini Barbaresco 2022 is a compelling, full-bodied Nebbiolo from Fontanabianca’s prized Bordini vineyard in Neive, bringing together ripe fruit, floral perfume and serious Piedmontese structure. It is a Barbaresco with muscle and polish, offering impressive concentration now while having the tannin and acidity to reward patient cellaring.

Violets, dried rose and Indian spice rise over ripe plum, dark cherry, wild strawberry, orange peel and sweet tobacco. Fontanabianca Bordini Barbaresco 2022 is concentrated and savoury, with red-fruit brightness wrapped in firm, finely textured tannins. Its long finish carries dried herbs, spice and earthy complexity, delivering the classic grip and perfume that Nebbiolo lovers chase.

Give this serious Italian red a decent decant, then serve it with braised beef, porcini risotto, truffle pasta, slow-roasted lamb or game birds. Its firm tannins also love aged Parmigiano Reggiano, pecorino and rich mushroom dishes. This is a cracking bottle for a slow Sunday roast or a proper dinner worth lingering over.