# Vigna Vigia (Bricco Maiolica)

> Red, Barbera d'Alba Superiore DOC by [Bricco Maiolica](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/bricco-maiolica.md), Langhe, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/bricco-maiolica-vigna-vigia).

- **Producer:** Bricco Maiolica
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d'Alba Superiore DOC
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Cru / vineyard:** Vigna Vigia
- **Production area:** 330 to 350 m above sea level; vineyard in the commune of Alba
- **Exposure:** South
- **Vineyard planting:** 2 ha planted in 1974 and 2000, about 8,000 bottles
- **Vinification:** Made in small oak barrels.
- **Serving temperature:** 16 C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-30


## Summary

Barbera d'Alba Superiore from the Vigna Vigia vineyard in Alba, aged in small oak barrels. The name goes back to a plot bought in 1930.

## Tasting notes

Deep ruby with garnet shades. Crisp bouquet of plum and vanilla; full, very soft flavour with good balance and hints of wood. Round and velvety with no acid aftertaste.

## Food pairings

Rich meat dishes such as mixed boiled meats, and fat soft-ripened cheeses