2020 Decugnano dei Barbi Vino Spumante Brut
Tasting Notes
Pale gold with fine, persistent bubbles. The nose offers green apple, lemon curd, and toasted brioche, accented by a mineral edge. The palate is crisp and elegant, balancing vibrant citrus with creamy texture and subtle autolytic complexity. The finish is long, clean, and refreshingly dry.
About Decugnano dei Barbi
Decugnano dei Barbi is a boutique winery located just outside Orvieto in Umbria, with a winemaking history that dates back to 1212. Revived in 1973 by Claudio Barbi, the estate quickly became a pioneer in the region, even producing Umbria’s first traditional-method sparkling wine. The vineyards sit atop ancient seabed soils rich in marine fossils, lending a distinctive minerality and salinity to the wines. Now run by Claudio’s son Enzo, the estate continues its legacy with a focus on sustainable viticulture and a thoughtful blend of innovation and tradition, crafting expressive wines that reflect the beauty and complexity of their unique terroir.
Winery: Decugnano dei Barbi
Origin: Umbria, Italy
Vintage: 2020
Wine Type: Sparkling White wine - Brut
Variety: 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Nero
Farming: Sustainable
Soil: Limestone soil
Vineyard: Decugnano dei Barbi Estate Vineyard
Winemaker: Enzo Barbi
Wine Details
• Alcohol: 12.5%
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Bottles Per Case: 6
• Traditional method
• Stainless steel vinification
• 42 months on its lees
• Riddling and disgorgement done maunally