Punset

Name: Punset 2016 Barbaresco DOCG Campo Quadro Riserva
Brand: Punset

2016 Barbaresco DOCG Campo Quadro Riserva

We are certain that Campo Quadro will pull you into its orbit. Aromas of red cherry, violet, black olive, spice, and truffle unfold gradually, revealing new layers with every pass through the glass. On the palate, it captures that uniquely Nebbiolo balance of power and grace, combining richness, freshness, and remarkable energy. The tannins are beautifully integrated, the fruit remains vibrant, and the wine only grows more compelling as it opens.

"As well as a Riserva from Basarin, Punset produces one from a 1ha parcel in the San Cristoforo cru, called Campo Quadro. The two wines are styled differently, the Basarin being aged traditionally whereas the Campo Quadro matures in both barriques and tonneaux. There are assertive smoky cherry aromas on the nose, while the palate is dense, weighty and somewhat extracted. There is balancing acidity to lift the finish, but at present it lacks finesse. Drinking Window 2021 - 2036." 90pts, Decanter

Region: Barbaresco, Piemonte

Appellation: Barbaresco DOCG

Varietal/Blend: 100% Nebbiolo

ABV: 14.5%

Vineyard: Sourced from Punset’s Campo Quadro parcel on San Cristoforo hill, among the highest vineyards in Barbaresco. The southeast-facing site covers just under 1.5 hectares and is sheltered by mature woodland. The vineyards have been farmed organically since 1982, biodynamically since 1990, and according to Fukuoka principles since 2007. Yields rarely exceed 70 q/ha. Grapes are hand-harvested in October during the cool morning hours.

Cellar: Grapes are destemmed and fermented spontaneously with indigenous yeasts in cement tanks for 47 days with traditional cap management. After gentle pressing, the wine is aged for 48 months in barriques and tonneaux, followed by more than three years in bottle before release.

CSPC: 148857

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