Farasciole 2022 Barbacan

Farasciole 2022 – Bianco IGT Alpi Retiche – Barbacàn

Overview

The Farasciole 2022 by Barbacàn is an unconventional white wine from Valtellina that combines tradition and experimentation. Made from Chiavennasca Bianca and Chiavennaschino grapes grown on terraces at around 500 meters above sea level, it expresses an authentic alpine character. The fermentation is spontaneous, with no filtration, preserving the purity of the fruit and the mineral notes of the territory for a wine of remarkable aromatic depth.

History of the Wine

The Farasciole project was born to explore the potential of native white varieties in Valtellina. Each vintage is carefully tended in heroic vineyards, following alpine traditions. Manual harvesting and natural vineyard management produce healthy, vibrant grapes capable of conveying the aromatic richness and complexity of the mountain climate in the glass.

Vineyard Philosophy

The Chiavennasca Bianca and Chiavennaschino vines grow on steep terraces in sandy, mineral-rich soils with significant diurnal temperature variations. Barbacàn applies natural, sustainable practices, avoiding chemicals and observing the rhythms of the vineyard. The goal is to produce grapes that are fresh, complex, and fully expressive of the alpine terroir.

Winemaking Approach

The Farasciole 2022 undergoes spontaneous fermentation and is left unfiltered, preserving freshness, finesse, and authenticity. The wine achieves elegant density, aromatic depth, and alpine character, staying true to mountain traditions while remaining vibrant and lively.

Tasting Notes

Color: veiled yellow with golden reflections, naturally opaque.
Nose: complex and aromatic, showing ripe yellow fruit, fennel, Mediterranean herbs, floral notes, and mineral nuances.
Palate: dense, elegant, and fine, with lively freshness, a touch of alpine sapidity, and a persistent finish with subtle citrus energy.

Food Pairings

Excellent with structured fish dishes, shellfish, aromatic risottos, and delicate white meats. Its freshness and minerality make it suitable for vegetarian cuisine and alpine-inspired dishes. Serve at 10–12°C.

Technical Sheet

• Appellation: Bianco IGT Alpi Retiche

• Producer: Barbacàn

• Vintage: 2022

• Grapes: Chiavennasca Bianca, Chiavennaschino

• Altitude: around 500 m a.s.l.

• Soil: sandy, mineral

• Fermentation: spontaneous

• Aging: unfiltered

• Alcohol: 12.5% vol

• Serving Temperature: 10–12°C

• Contains sulfites

Barbacan

History

In the heart of Valtellina, among the steep slopes of San Giacomo di Teglio, lies Barbacan, a small family-run winery that embodies the deep connection between people, land, and tradition. Founded by Angelo Sega and now carried forward by his sons Luca and Matteo, the estate reflects the Alpine spirit, where every gesture follows the rhythm of nature. Across six hectares of terraced vineyards, Barbacan cultivates Chiavennasca—the local expression of Nebbiolo—alongside ancient native varieties that preserve the region’s agricultural heritage. Each harvest is an act of memory, a dialogue between past and present.

Vineyard Philosophy

Barbacan believes in natural viticulture, where human knowledge serves the land rather than controls it. The team works through observation, guided by nature’s own signals—the melting snow, the ripening hay in the valley, the water springing from the rock. Their goal is to protect the vitality of the soil and the genetic diversity of traditional vines, keeping alive the cultural identity of the Alps. Manual care and ancestral gestures replace all industrial interventions, allowing the vineyard to express itself freely.

Winemaking Approach

In the cellar, Barbacan transforms the purity of the grapes into wine without artifice or manipulation. Healthy, living grapes undergo spontaneous fermentations with native yeasts, preserving the integrity of each variety and vintage. There are no unnecessary additives or aggressive filtrations—only the essence of fruit and place. Each year is expressed in its uniqueness, celebrating the true character of every vintage and the micro-terroirs of Teglio. Human touch acts as a subtle interpreter, never as a controller.

The Identity of an Alpine People

Barbacan is more than a winery—it is a declaration of love for the mountains and for the ancient viticultural culture of Valtellina. Every bottle tells a story of harmony between man and nature, shaped by hard work and devotion. These wines embody the authenticity of the Alps, the echo of wind through the terraces, the bright light that defines every grape. In their Chiavennasca, Barbacan captures the most sincere and human voice of this Alpine land.