# Vigna della Madre (Ettore Germano)

> Red, Barbera d'Alba DOC Superiore by [Ettore Germano](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/ettore-germano.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/ettore-germano-vigna-della-madre).

- **Producer:** Ettore Germano
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d'Alba DOC Superiore
- **Grape:** Barbera
- **Cru / vineyard:** Vigna della Madre
- **Production area:** Serralunga d'Alba, about 330 to 370 metres above sea level
- **Soil:** Clay and limestone
- **Exposure:** East
- **Harvest:** Beginning of October
- **Vineyard planting:** Average vine age about 20 years
- **Vinification:** Alcoholic fermentation takes place in steel tanks for about 10 days on the skins, with daily pump overs. After pressing off and malolactic fermentation, the wine is moved into medium sized wooden casks, where it ages for about a year, followed by bottling and at least a further 6 months to prepare the wine for release.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-26



## Summary

Vigna della Madre is the estate's Barbera d'Alba Superiore, from 20-year-old vines on clay and limestone facing east, aged about a year in medium sized wood casks and at least 6 months more before release.

## Tasting notes

Intense ruby red with garnet reflections, it shows ripe fruit and forest floor aromas on the nose, enriched by delicate vanilla notes. On the palate the entry is full and austere; light acidity gives freshness and carries a persistent finish that echoes the same aromas.

## Food pairings

Excellent with cured meats, pasta dishes, and meat dishes. Also pairs well with medium-aged cheese.