Moccagatta – Barbaresco Cole 2019 – Piedmont Italy

Moccagatta Barbaresco Cole 2019 is a 100% Nebbiolo from the tiny Cole MGA in Barbaresco, combining red cherry, plum, licorice and crushed-stone minerality with firm, silky tannins and impressive length.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Nebbiolo
• Region / Appellation: Barbaresco DOCG, Piedmont, Italy
• Vineyard: Cole MGA, Barbaresco
• Vintage: 2019
• Vineyard: 0.5 ha; southeast exposure at 270–280 m; vines planted in 1972 and 2004
• Aging: 18 months in French oak barriques followed by at least 9 months in bottle
• Style: Structured, age-worthy dry red

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

Red cherry, sour plum and raspberry are joined by licorice, rose, spice, suede and powdery crushed stone. The palate is poised and concentrated, with firm but silky tannins, vibrant acidity and a long mineral finish.

❤️ Why We Love It

• A single-MGA Barbaresco from one of Moccagatta’s smallest and most structured sites
• The 2019 vintage balances power with precision and freshness
• French-oak élevage adds polish without obscuring Nebbiolo’s floral and mineral character

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Braised or grilled red meats
• Game and cured meats
• Truffle dishes and medium-aged cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Barbaresco collectors and Nebbiolo lovers
✓ Drinkers who enjoy structured, mineral reds with floral lift
✕ Not ideal if you prefer soft, low-tannin wines

🏭 Production

Approximately 3,000 bottles were produced from the 0.5-hectare Cole vineyard.

🏅 Scores

94 Points – Wine Advocate
94 Points – Vinous
94 Points – Wine Spectator