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"Cascina Luisin boasts arguably one of the best positions in the Barbaresco commune. Those who understand the importance of the names Asili and Rabaja would recognise that the Minuto family own parcels from the best vineyard sites in Barbaresco, conveniently located right on their doorstep. The small estate dates back to 1913 and is run by winemaker Roberto Minuto. He is the fourth generation at Luisin and still displays great respect for his predecessors, including his father, Luigi, who continues to help in the winery."
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All wines below are available now at our special offer prices for the next 7 days only. To place your order simply click on the links below or return the attached form, by email, by fax on 03 9419 6970 or call us on 03 9419 6990.
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2018 Barbaresco 'Paolin' DOCG
Usually $109 - Special Offer $99
"Usually predominantly (90%) from the relatively cool and elevated site Basarin in Neive – Bruno Giacosa is the other main proprietor of this cru. The exposure is southerly and vine age is 40 years on average. Hail damage in 2018 meant that fruit was sourced in higher ratios from Moccagatta and Starderi. Fermentation and maceration take place slowly in concrete vats with regular pump-overs; followed by maturation in Stockinger Slavonian oak for 30 months. Paolin shows a degree of prettiness, with elegant aromas of rose, red currants, dried quince, blood orange and sweet spice. Slightly darker fruit characters come through on the palate: blueberry, blackberry and even blackcurrant. Savoury, cedar-like flavours play a part, and the spiciness of the bouquet is evident once again. Tannins are gently firm and there’s a minerality that runs right through the palate and lingers on the finish. The overall balance makes this approachable now, but of course, its best years lie ahead."
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2018 Barbaresco 'Asili' DOCG
Usually $135 - Special Offer $125
"The fruit for this wine comes from the mostly south-facing aspect of the Asili cru and an average vine age of 55 years. The winemaking for this wine is similar to Luisin’s other Barbaresco. Classic varietal characters of liquorice root, rose petal and anise, alongside brighter fruit aromas of pomegranate, cherry and raspberry, with savoury, herbal notes in the background – tar, leather and sandalwood are all in the mix. There is beautiful energy to this wine, with fresh acidity, particularly for 2018, and some voluptuous and silky fruit and soft tannin."
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2018 Barbaresco 'Rabaja' DOCG
Usually $135 - Special Offer $125
"Vinification for the Rabaja is essentially the same as for Paolin, although there is more frequent racking during the first week or so of fermentation to gently extract the tannins. Maturation is in neutral oak of varying capacity from 20hl to 50hl for 30 months. Very expressive and decadently floral bouquet with elements of cherry, anise, rose petal and tobacco. While still beautifully elegant and aromatic, this is certainly a more structured and coiled Barbaresco, with intense chalky tannin and a compensating touch of fruit sweetness. Ripe cherry, liquorice and spice on the palate with a tighter frame that completes the wine and firms that it is capable of aging."
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These wines are available now at our special offer prices for the next 7 days only. To place your order simply click on the links above or return the attached form, by email, by fax on 03 9419 6970 or call us on 03 9419 6990.
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