Red
Barbera d'Alba
By De Forville, Barbaresco, Piemonte, Italy
Fresh, modern-style Barbera d'Alba from Barbaresco vineyards, bottled without wood ageing. 14% vol.
Tasting notes
Bright, deep ruby red. Vinous and fruity, with fresh fruit, blackberry, jam, spice and toasted notes. Full and round, with balanced acidity and freshness. 14% vol.
Pairs well with
Pasta, meat, game and fresh or ripe cheeses. Serve at room temperature in the first year in bottle, about 18°C after.
Technical details
- Style
- Red
- Denomination
- Barbera d'Alba DOC
- Grape
- Barbera 100%
- Cru / vineyard
- Grosso
- Production area
- Vineyards in the commune of Barbaresco
- Soil
- Clayey marl in the Barbaresco production area
- Vineyard planting
- Average age of vines is 30 years.
- Vinification
- After fermentation and the first pump-overs, bottled; to be consumed within two to three years depending on the vintage.
- Serving temperature
- Room temperature in the first year in bottle, about 18°C after the first year.
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