Giuseppe Cortese Barbera d'Alba Morassina 2020
Product Details
Brand: Giuseppe Cortese
Winery: Giuseppe Cortese
Country / Region: Italy / Barbera d'Alba, Piedmont
Date Winery was established: 1971
Alcohol / Volume: 14% / 750ml
Grape Variety: Barbera
First Vintage Released: 1995
Ratings: (2018) 90 pts Wine Advocate
Decanting Time: At least 1 hour. Perfect to enjoy at 18 °C.
Good To Know: Giuseppe Cortese winery is taken well care of by a family that has been protecting and enhancing the Barbaresco region since 1971. The winegrowing is a long tradition carried on by the children: Pier Carlo and Tizinia and son-in-law Gabrielle.
The winery has been developing a vineyard with an area of 8 hectares and has been expanding their production range. .
Giuseppe Cortese Barbera d’Alba Morassina 2020 is a bold and expressive red wine crafted entirely from estate-grown grapes in the Trifolera zone near Barbaresco. Aged for 18 months in a mix of French barriques—about 30% new—and large Slavonian oak casks, followed by six months in bottle, this Barbera combines richness with elegance. It opens with deep ruby-purple hues and aromas of ripe red berries, sweet spices, and subtle hints of tobacco and vanilla from its time in wood. On the palate, it is full-bodied yet balanced, with vibrant acidity and a polished texture that leads to a smooth, persistent finish. With an alcohol level around 14–14.5%, the wine is structured but approachable, making it ideal for pairing with hearty dishes such as agnolotti al ragù, grilled meats, or aged cheeses. The 2020 vintage is drinking beautifully now and promises continued enjoyment over the next few years.
