2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Grape Varieties Barbera
Classification Barbera d’Alba Superiore DOC
Region Barbera d'Alba
Orientation South-West
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age More than 50 years
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel
Maceration 10 days
Oak Types French oak
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Details Approximately 25 days of fermentation, including 10 days of maceration in stainless steel, followed by malolactic fermentation in wood. Maturation comprises approximately 15 months in French-oak casks and at least 12 months in bottle. Recommended serving temperature is 16–17°C; the listing identifies the production philosophy as organic.
Tasting Notes Intense colour; fresh aromas of dried plum, forest fruits and spices; full and rounded palate with velvety tannins.
Food Pairing Flavourful first courses, roasts, grilled or braised red meat, game and mature cheeses.
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2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 15.0%
Grape Varieties Barbera
Classification Barbera d’Alba Superiore DOC
Region Barbera d'Alba
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel
Maceration 10 days
Oak Types French oak
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Details Approximately 25 days of fermentation, with 10 days of stainless-steel maceration and frequent pump-overs; malolactic fermentation takes place in wood. The wine matures for approximately 15 months in various French-oak vessels, followed by at least 12 months in bottle, and is released approximately two and a half years after harvest. The listing identifies the wine as organic.
Tasting Notes Deep, intense colour; fresh aromas of dried plum, raspberry, currant and blackberry with warm spice; substantial and complex palate with a velvety texture.
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2019 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Barbera
Classification Barbera d’Alba Superiore DOC
Region Barbera d'Alba
Soil Rich in microelements
Orientation South-West
Harvest Dates Early October
Estate Grown Yes
Vine Age More than 50 years
Fermentation Vessels Stainless-steel tanks
Oak Types French oak
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Closure Natural Cork
Production Details Importer specification: a 15-day fermentation with 4–5 days of maceration in stainless-steel tanks and frequent re-passing of must over the lees; malolactic fermentation in wood until December; 15 months in French-oak barrels followed by at least six months in bottle.
Tasting Notes Deep, intense colour; fresh aromas of dried prune, raspberry, black currant and blackberry with warm spice; substantial, complex flavour and velvety tannins.
Food Pairing Piedmontese mixed boiled meats and gnocchi with game sauce; also pasta, pork, game and mature cheeses.
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