- Last updated on April 13, 2023
Welcome! This is our Sottimano Barbaresco Pajore review.
Sottimano Barbaresco Pajore is a red wine made from Nebbiolo grapes grown in the Barbaresco DOCG area in Piedmont, Italy.
It is produced by the Sottimano family, who have been cultivating grapes and making wine in the region for over 100 years.
Pajore is one of the top vineyards in the Barbaresco area, known for producing wines of great depth and complexity.
Find below our Sottimano Barbaresco Pajore full review along with our food pairings recommendations, serving tips, curiosity, and where you can buy it.
Let’s begin!
Our Sottimano Barbaresco Pajore Review
- Brand: Azienda Agricola Sottimano
- Grape Varietal: Nebbiolo
- Region: Italy, Piemonte
- Tasting Notes: Red Fruit & Earth notes
- Glass & Serving: Aroma Collector / 64-68 °F (18-20 °C) / Decant 1 hr
- Store: Up to 20 Years
- Price Range: ~$82
- Bottle Size: 750 ml
Sottimano Barbaresco Pajore review: What's its color?
Sottimano Barbaresco Pajore has a pale garnet color, when swirled, the wine leaves long and slow legs on the glass, indicating its full-bodied nature.
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Sottimano Barbaresco Pajore taste like?
Sottimano Barbaresco Pajore is entirely made from Nebbiolo grapes and aged for roughly 24 months of which at least 9 months in oak.
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On the nose, it is intense and complex, with aromas of red and black fruit, such as cherries, blackberries, and currants.
There are also hints of floral notes, such as rose petals and violets, as well as spices, such as black pepper and cloves.
The oak aging is evident, with notes of vanilla, cedar, and toast.
Is Sottimano Barbaresco Pajore sweet?
No, it’s not sweet. Sottimano Barbaresco Pajore wine is a dry wine.
Dry wine contains less than 15 g/L.
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Sottimano Barbaresco Pajore review: Which food pairs well with it?
Sottimano Barbaresco Pajore pairs well with a range of dishes, including roasted meats, such as lamb and beef.
It pairs also very well with rich and hearty pasta dishes, such as mushroom risotto, beef ragù or truffle tagliolini.
The wine also pairs well with aged cheeses, such as Parmigiano Reggiano, and dark chocolate.
Sottimano Barbaresco Pajore review: What's its alcohol content?
Sottimano Barbaresco Pajore wine’s alcohol content is 14%.
In case you wonder about alcohol content or more precisely Alcohol By Volume, i.e. ABV, measure the alcoholic strength of a drink.
There is a direct relationship between the sugar left in the wine after the alcoholic fermentation has taken place, i.e. Residual Sugar or RS, and ABV.
During alcoholic fermentation, the yeast transforms the sugar in the grape juice into alcohol.
Grapes with high residual sugar will therefore produce dry wine with a high ABV.
How many calories are in a glass of Sottimano Barbaresco Pajore wine?
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture [1] a 5-ounce glass will contain about 120 to 130 calories.
Alcohol contains 7 calories per gram. So a wine with high ABV will have a higher calories per glass than a wine with low ABV.
Furthermore, sugar contributes to the calorie count.
A dry wine will usually have 4 calories per grams vs a sweet wine that will have around 20 calories per grams of carbs, which include sugar.
What is Azienda Agricola Sottimano?
Here is an extract from the Azienda Agricola Sottimano website:
““I always believe that every great wine is the result of a serious, conscientious and passionate work in the vineyards.
That’s the reason why, since from the first day, I always tried to avoid any chemical products and herbicides , to preserve the natural balance of our soils”.“
Conclusion
Sottimano Barbaresco Pajore is a sophisticated and elegant wine that exemplifies the very best of the Nebbiolo grape, grown in the prestigious Barbaresco DOCG region.
Its rich and complex aromas, full-bodied palate, and long finish make it an ideal choice to accompany hearty meat dishes and aged cheeses.
With the ability to age and develop further complexity, this wine is truly a treasure for any lover of Nebbiolo.
Once you had it, we’d love to know your opinion, so reach out and let’s know what you think! Enjoy!
