# Cichin (Azienda Agricola Francesco Rosso)

> Red, Barbera d'Alba Superiore DOC by [Azienda Agricola Francesco Rosso](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/azienda-agricola-francesco-rosso.md), Roero, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/azienda-agricola-francesco-rosso-cichin).

- **Producer:** Azienda Agricola Francesco Rosso
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d'Alba Superiore DOC
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Cru / vineyard:** Cichin
- **Production area:** Santo Stefano Roero
- **Soil:** Sandy, calcareous
- **Exposure:** South
- **Harvest:** October
- **Vineyard planting:** Planted in 2000
- **Vinification:** Fermented in steel then aged about 18 months in barrique (second passage) and new tonneaux of French oak, medium toast, 50% new wood, with a minimum of 12 months in bottle.
- **Serving temperature:** 18-20°C
- **Storage:** Horizontal in a cool, dark place.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25



## Summary

Cichin is the estate's Barbera d'Alba Superiore DOC, 100% Barbera, aged about 18 months in barrique and tonneau of French oak.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red with orange reflections. Complex and fruity on the nose with plum and cherry jam and spice notes; structured, enveloping and soft on the palate while keeping the variety's typical freshness.

## Food pairings

Red meats, game, aged cheeses, truffle dishes.