Barbaresco Produttori del Barbaresco 1959
Produttori del Barbaresco is one of the world's most respected wine cooperatives. The modern iteration was founded in 1958 by local Barbaresco winegrowers, but its deeper history dates back to 1894 when Domizio Cavazza, then director of the local enological school, established the first cooperative in the area. After being dismantled in 1942 during the war years, it was re-established in 1958. Today, the cooperative brings together 51 members who collectively own 110 hectares, all planted exclusively with Nebbiolo within the Barbaresco zone. This rare degree of specialization gives the cooperative a unique position as a producer of classic Barbaresco.
The wine originates from the Barbaresco area in the Langhe hills east of Alba, within the prestigious Piemonte region of northwestern Italy. Piemonte, literally meaning "at the foot of the mountain," is framed by the Alps and is renowned for its dramatic, steep hills often cloaked in thick autumn morning fog, which protects the grapes and ensures a long, perfect ripening period. Barbaresco is a classic area for the Nebbiolo grape, and the wines from here are often considered a more elegant counterpart to Barolo. The 1959 vintage in this area achieved a score of 89 points and is described as full-bodied and mature with great structure.
This red wine is made entirely from Nebbiolo, an Italian top-tier grape primarily cultivated in Barolo, Barbaresco, and the wider Piemonte region. The cooperative's most notable contribution to the identity of Barbaresco is the release of nine single-vineyard crus—Asili, Montefico, Montestefano, Muncagota, Ovello, Pajè, Pora, Rabajà, and Rio Sordo—which together illustrate a cross-section of the appellation's terroir mosaic. Under the direction of Aldo Vacca since 1991, the cooperative has continued to offer access to classic Barbaresco wines. This specific 1959 release is classified as a Vino Tipico Pregiato and was distributed through the commercial organization Alba Est in connection with the Consorzio Agrario Provinciale of Cuneo.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Piedmont
Piedmont (which literally means "at the foot of the mountain") is located in northwestern Italy, surrounded by the Alps. It is considered one of the world's absolute most prestigious wine regions. The area is known for small, passionate, family-run wineries and a huge focus on terroir (how the soil and microclimate affect the wine).
Classic characteristics of Piedmont:
The royal wines: This is where the world-famous, complex and expensive red wines Barolo and Barbaresco come from (both made from 100% Nebbiolo).
Everyday heroes: In addition to Nebbiolo, the region is famous for the grapes Barbera (juicy, acidic and incredibly popular) and Dolcetto (dark, soft and fruity).
The white and sweet: Piedmont also makes the crisp white wine Gavi and the famous, lightly sparkling dessert bubbles Moscato d'Asti.
The landscape: Dramatic, steep hills – especially in the Langhe sub-area. The hills are often shrouded in thick morning mist in autumn, which protects the grapes and allows for a long, perfect ripening.
Gastronomy: An absolute mecca for food lovers. The area is world famous for the exclusive white truffles from Alba, hazelnuts and rich, simmered dishes that scream with a glass of local red wine.
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