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Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco Rabaja Riserva 2014

SKU: PBRR201410 UCAU

$169.99

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First bottled as a single cru in 1971, Rabaja combines the personalities of Asili and Muncagota with extra richness.

Rabaja is one of Piedmont's most respected crus

Sourced from a premium private cellar

Critic Scores

97 // Kerin O'Keefe

"Forest floor, new leather, rose and red-berry aromas mingle with a whiff of camphor. Youthfully austere, the taut palate shows serious aging potential, presenting juicy cherry, cranberry, star anise and orange slice set against tightly knit, noble tannins and firm acidity. Drink 2022â€“2034."

96 // Monica Larner

"The 2014 Barbaresco Riserva Rabaja shows excellent textural richness with dark fruit, followed by notes of tobacco and tilled earth. Black truffle and dried fruit converge on the bouquet to add to the intensity. You really appreciate the freshness and sheer power of this succulent, well-structured and medium to full-bodied Barbaresco. This one's the real deal. Produttori enthusiasts will be happy to know that the estate's celebrated Riservas were made in 2014, a vintage that performed very nicely in the rolling hills of Barbaresco. We can also look forward to the Riservas in 2015 and 2016. I find it helpful to remember the tasting order of the Riservas as suggested by General Manager Aldo Vacca. It starts with the more delicate expressions and concludes with the most structured wines."

96 // Antonio Galloni

"The 2014 Barbaresco Riserva Rabaja is powerful, dense and explosive, with tremendous intensity of fruit and structure. The Rabaja is dark and potent â€“ as all these wines are â€“ but the tannins and acids give the wine considerable tension and energy. The Rabaja is a powerful, towering wine endowed with massive structure and intensity to burn. Like so many of these wines, the Rabaja is somber and brooding in feel."

95 // Bruce Sanderson

"This red is opulent and lushly textured, providing a backdrop for pure cherry, black currant, floral and graphite flavors. There is a firm grip and plenty of energy here, building to a long, mineral-tinged finish."

18 // Walter Speller

"A shade deeper and a little more developed than the Muncagota Riserva. Deep nose of strawberry and iron with a cool edge in spite of its concentration. Minerally raspberry fruit with a linear core of acidity and more than a hint of iron. Firm layer of coating tannins while the linear, perfumed raspberry fruit is elegant as well as concentrated. Gorgeous vibrant finish."

Product Details

Red

2014

Nebbiolo

Produttori del Barbaresco

Barbaresco, Piedmont, Italy

15 Plus Years

Cork

14.5%

750ml (Bottle)

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Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco Rabaja Riserva 2014 is a distinguished expression of one of Piedmont’s most revered crus. First introduced as a single cru in 1971, Rabaja masterfully blends the complex personalities of the Asili and Muncagota vineyards, enriched with profound depth and elegance. This 2014 vintage captures the essence of the Rabaja terroir, delivering a wine of exceptional structure, intensity, and age-worthiness.

Hailing from a premium private cellar, this Riserva exemplifies the meticulous craftsmanship and tradition that Produttori del Barbaresco is celebrated for. The 2014 vintage in Piedmont was characterized by favorable weather conditions, ensuring optimal ripeness and balance, which is reflected in the wine’s rich texture and refined tannins.

The Rabaja Riserva is known for its deep ruby color and complex aromatics that unfold layers of dark cherries, wild berries, and subtle hints of violet and spice. On the palate, it offers a harmonious blend of ripe fruit flavors with elegant acidity and a long, persistent finish that speaks to its quality and provenance.

This wine embodies the heritage and prestige of Barbaresco, making it an exquisite choice for collectors and connoisseurs seeking a premium, artisanal Nebbiolo that celebrates the unique terroir of one of Italy’s top wine regions.
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Description

Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco Rabaja Riserva 2014 is a distinguished expression of one of Piedmont’s most revered crus. First introduced as a single cru in 1971, Rabaja masterfully blends the complex personalities of the Asili and Muncagota vineyards, enriched with profound depth and elegance. This 2014 vintage captures the essence of the Rabaja terroir, delivering a wine of exceptional structure, intensity, and age-worthiness.

Hailing from a premium private cellar, this Riserva exemplifies the meticulous craftsmanship and tradition that Produttori del Barbaresco is celebrated for. The 2014 vintage in Piedmont was characterized by favorable weather conditions, ensuring optimal ripeness and balance, which is reflected in the wine’s rich texture and refined tannins.

The Rabaja Riserva is known for its deep ruby color and complex aromatics that unfold layers of dark cherries, wild berries, and subtle hints of violet and spice. On the palate, it offers a harmonious blend of ripe fruit flavors with elegant acidity and a long, persistent finish that speaks to its quality and provenance.

This wine embodies the heritage and prestige of Barbaresco, making it an exquisite choice for collectors and connoisseurs seeking a premium, artisanal Nebbiolo that celebrates the unique terroir of one of Italy’s top wine regions.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Produttori del Barbaresco

The Produttori del Barbaresco, founded in 1958, now has a total of 51 members and controls more than 100 hectares (250 acres) of premium Nebbiolo vineyards in Barbaresco.
Each family is in full control of their own land, growing Nebbiolo grapes with centuries old skill and dedication. The winery produces a Barbaresco D.O.C.G., a blend of Nebbiolo grapes harvested from different vineyards, and a simpler Nebbiolo Langhe suited for earlier consumption.
In great vintages, nine single-vineyard Barbarescos are produced from nine classic premium sites within the Barbaresco village boundaries: Asili, Rabajà, Pora, Montestefano, Ovello, Pajè, Montefico, Muncagota, and Rio Sordo. These are the geographical names of sites where Nebbiolo grapes have always been cultivated. The name of the single-vineyards, the total number of bottles produced, and the name of the owners of the vineyards are marked on the labels.
The Produttori del Barbaresco, which vinifies only Nebbiolo grapes, produce around 550,000 bottles (45,000 cases) per year. In a good vintage, they are divided among Barbaresco (50%), single vineyard Barbarescos (30%) and Nebbiolo Langhe (20%).

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