Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Producer priceRecommended retail price | 2018 / 750ml | ≈ $33.77Original €30.00≈ £25.51 | www.la-spinetta.com ↗ |
2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Barbera
Classification Barbera d'Alba Superiore DOC
Region Barbera d'Alba
Soil Limestone marl strongly characterized by light sandy soils
Elevation 250.0 meters
Orientation South
Fermentation Vessels Temperature-controlled tanks
Maceration 15 days
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Maceration and alcoholic fermentation occurred in temperature-controlled tanks for 15 days. Malolactic fermentation occurred in French oak barrels, approximately 20% new and the remainder second-use, followed by at least 4 months of aging and further bottle aging. Listed formats were 750 ml and Magnum; vineyard surface was stated as 5.5 hectares. The technical section lists acidity as 5.5 g/L without identifying its acid-equivalent basis, so it is not mapped to total_acidity_gl.
Tasting Notes Deep ruby red with violet reflections; ripe cherry, lavender blossom and delicate sweet spice; fresh and enveloping palate with aromatic herbs and subtle licorice, ending long, elegant and persistent.
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2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Total Acidity 5 g/L
Grape Varieties 100% Barbera
Classification Barbera d'Alba DOC
Region Barbera d'Alba
Soil Calcareous marl strongly characterized by light-colored sand
Elevation 250.0 meters
Orientation South
Fermentation Vessels Temperature-controlled vats
Maceration 13 days
Oak Details 15% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak15%
Second Fill Oak85%
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Maceration and alcoholic fermentation occurred in temperature-controlled vats for an average of 13 days. Malolactic fermentation occurred in French oak barrels, 15% new and 85% second passage, followed by 12 months of aging and about 12 months of bottle aging. Listed formats were 750 ml and Magnum; the stated vineyard area was 13.5 acres.
Tasting Notes Ruby-red with violet hues; ripe raspberry, violet and vanilla; rich and fresh palate with floral and balsamic notes and a long, harmonious finish.
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2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Total Acidity 5.4 g/L
Classification Barbera d'Alba DOC
Region Barbera d'Alba
Fermentation Vessels Temperature-controlled vats
Maceration 10 days
Oak Details 20% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak20%
Second Fill Oak80%
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Maceration and alcoholic fermentation occurred in temperature-controlled vats for an average of 10 days. Malolactic fermentation occurred in French oak barrels, 20% new and 80% second passage, followed by 12 months of aging and about 6 months of bottle aging. Listed formats were 750 ml and Magnum.
Tasting Notes Deep violet-red; cherry, hydrangea and licorice; powerful and elegant palate with small red berries, ripe plum and a broad, spicy finish.
2017 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Total Acidity 5.4 g/L
Classification Barbera d'Alba DOC
Region Barbera d'Alba
Fermentation Vessels Temperature-controlled vats
Maceration 9 days
Oak Details 30% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak30%
Second Fill Oak70%
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Maceration and alcoholic fermentation occurred in temperature-controlled vats for an average of 9 days. Malolactic fermentation occurred in French oak barrels, 30% new and 70% second passage, followed by 12 months of aging and about 6 months of bottle aging. Listed formats were 750 ml and Magnum.
Tasting Notes Violet-red; small red berries, ripe plum and violet; complex and elegant palate with persistent balsamic notes and blackberry jam.
Producer Information
Website
Address
Via Annunziata, 17, 14054 Castagnole delle Lanze (AT), Piedmont, Italy
Phone
+39 0141 877 396 / +39 335 1389 359
Owner
Rivetti family