Red

VentiForti

By Cantina Sociale Barbera dei Sei Castelli, Asti, Piemonte, Italy

Cantina Sociale Barbera dei Sei Castelli VentiForti

The youngest Barbera d'Asti of the range, created in 2016 to mark twenty years since the three original cellars merged. The producer says it keeps good ageing potential.

Tasting notes

Intense colour, fruity notes native to the grape and a full palate.

Pairs well with

Savoury appetizers, first courses, meat dishes

Technical details

Style
Red
Denomination
Barbera d'Asti DOCG
Grape
Barbera
Production area
Monferrato, Piedmont
Vinification
Destemming and crushing, partial cold maceration, then temperature-controlled fermentation and maceration (26-28 °C). About 6 months in steel/cement vats.
Serving temperature
14-16 °C
Storage
Period (epoca) 0-3 years

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