Vine

Barbera 100%

Vineyards

This Barbera d’Alba DOC Superiore is produced in the municipality of Diano d’Alba, in a locality named Bric. These vineyards grow in excellent locations on rich and compact soils of clay, mixed with limestone marc. Grapes intended for the production of this wine are selected with special care.

Production

Maximum production: 70 hl per hectare.

Vinification and ageing

The fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks for 7-8 days at a temperature of 28-30 degrees centigrade. Frequent refinements of this stage allow to optimize tannins and color extraction. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is transferred for about one year in barriques for ripening and aging. It follows bottling in Albeisa bottle where it reaches flavors and perfumes of excellence.

Storage and evolution

This wine, thanks to its character and its strength, can face a good aging for 7-8 years.

Tasting notes and sensory properties

This Barbera d’Alba DOC Superiore has ruby red color with purple reflections. With aging, it tends to garnet. The scent is intense and characteristic, fruity, with spicy notes. The wide, persistent, pleasantly dry and tannic flavor of balanced acidity offers unique feelings that ensure a high liking.

Alcohol content

14%-15% vol.

Service temperature

18°C.

Serving suggestions

This Barbera d’Alba DOC Superiore deserves to accompany important courses. It has its best expression with tasteful dishes, particularly with red meat and long matured cheese.