Red

Barbera d'Alba Superiore I Patriarchi

By Francone, Barbaresco, Piemonte, Italy

Francone Barbera d'Alba Superiore I Patriarchi

Barbera blended from several Neive vineyards, made only in exceptional vintages. Drinking age 2 to 6 years from harvest.

Tasting notes

Bouquet dominated by fruit, solid structure and appropriate acidity.

Pairs well with

Tasty appetizers, traditional first courses, meat-based second courses and medium-aged cheeses.

Technical details

Style
Red
Denomination
Barbera d'Alba DOC Superiore
Grape
Barbera
Cru / vineyard
I Patriarchi
Production area
Municipality of Neive
Harvest
Early October
Vinification
Manual harvest. Fermentation with traditional maceration for 8-10 days. Aged for at least 12 months in French oak barrels and barriques.
Serving temperature
16-18 °C

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