Barbera d'Alba Superiore D.o.c. Almèi

Grape variety
Barbera 100%

Production area and characteristics
The grapes come from the hills around Alba. The geological conformation of the land and the exposure of the selected vineyards result in high quality grapes. During harvest grapes are selected for the Superiore designation.

Yield per hectare
60 hectolitres.

Vinification
The hand-harvested grapes are destemmed and soft crushed. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Maceration lasts about 20 days.

Ageing
After malolactic fermentation, the new wine is decanted into second and third passage small French oak casks where it ages for about a year.

Sensory properties
Ruby red. The bouquet is rich in wild berry, spices, cinnamon, pepper and vanilla scents. Ageing gives it a warm, velvety, robust taste in the mouth, as well as a light boisé note.

Accompaniment
Starters with robust sauces, red meats, boiled and braised meats, ripe cheeses.

Serving temperature
18 °C. We recommend uncorking the bottle an hour before serving.

Alcoholic strength
13,5 % Vol.