Technical Notes

• Grape variety: 100% Barbera
• Vineyard practice: hand-harvesting using crates, picking selected berries
• Wine-making method: fermentation in stainless steel tanks
• Wine-making method: a minimum of 30 months from January 1st following harvest, with at least 24 months in medium toast French barrique
• Bottle: bordolese cc 750

Wine Tasting Notes

Deep ruby red in color with purple hues the nose is rich and complex, fruity, and shows aromas and flavor of spice, ripe black plum, fruit syrup, tobacco and elderberry. The palate is firm and full but balanced, and the finish is persistent and enticing. The long aging for about 30 months in French oak barrique, enhance perfumes and body, giving it a natural softness and harmony.

Terroir Characteristics

• Altitude: 210 m a.s.l.
• Size of vineyard: 2,88 Ha
• Exposure: south, southeast, southwest
• Type of soil: clayey
• Vine planting density: 5000 vines / Ha
• Vineyard training system: guyot
• Age of vines: more than 40 years old

Pairing

Great accompanied with important dishes of red meats, braised meats and game, aged cheeses.

Suggested Serving Temperature

16°-18° C (61°–65° F)