Sottimano - Barbaresco Fausoni 2014 – Piemonte Italy

Sottimano Barbaresco Fausoni 2014 is a single-vineyard Barbaresco crafted from 100% Nebbiolo grown in the Fausoni cru in Neive. Elegant, fresh, and finely structured, it reflects a cooler vintage with remarkable finesse and aromatic clarity.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Nebbiolo
• Region: Barbaresco, Piemonte, Italy
• Vineyard: Fausoni (Neive)
• Vintage: 2014
• Aging: Oak barrel aging followed by bottle refinement
• Style: Medium-bodied, structured dry red wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium-bodied
• Fruit: Red cherry, cranberry, wild strawberry
• Savory: Rose petal, herbs, spice, light earth
• Structure: Fine tannins, bright acidity, elegant finish

The 2014 vintage in Piemonte was cooler and more challenging, resulting in wines that emphasize freshness and aromatic precision. In the Fausoni cru, this translates into a Barbaresco with lifted floral notes, vibrant red fruit, and subtle savory complexity. The palate is refined and graceful, offering finesse and balance with a long, elegant finish.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Cooler vintage expression focused on finesse and freshness
• Single-vineyard Barbaresco from the Fausoni cru in Neive
• Elegant, nuanced Nebbiolo with aromatic precision

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Roasted poultry, veal, or lighter meat dishes
• Mushroom risotto, truffle pasta, or earthy vegetarian plates
• Semi-aged cheeses and delicate alpine styles

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Lovers of elegant, lighter-style Barbaresco
✓ Drinkers who appreciate freshness and aromatic lift
✕ Not ideal if you prefer powerful, full-bodied wines