Red
Gelso
By Gemma, Barolo, Piemonte, Italy
Barbera d'Alba Superiore split between Allier tonneaux and Slavonian oak, 14% alcohol.
Tasting notes
Appearance: Deep ruby red with purple hues. Nose: Rich nose of ripe plum and morello cherry wrapped in warm spice. Palate: Full body and good structure, with a balanced acidic streak and dense, well-integrated tannins.
Pairs well with
Red wines of the Langhe pair with rich dishes, red meats, grilled meats and braises.
Technical details
- Style
- Red
- Denomination
- Barbera d'Alba Superiore DOC
- Grape
- Barbera 100%
- Production area
- Langhe
- Vinification
- Maceration and fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature. Aged for several months, 50% in 500-litre Allier tonneaux and 50% in 30-hectolitre Slavonian oak barrels.
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