# Il Ciotto (Gianfranco Bovio)

> Red, Barbera d'Alba DOC by [Gianfranco Bovio](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/gianfranco-bovio.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/gianfranco-bovio-il-ciotto).

- **Producer:** Gianfranco Bovio
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d'Alba DOC
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Vinification:** Soft crushing, then fermentation with indigenous yeasts for about 8 to 10 days in temperature-controlled stainless steel, with regular pumping over. Racking and malolactic fermentation follow. The wine is stabilised over the winter, filtered and bottled in early spring.
- **Serving temperature:** 16 to 17 °C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-02



## Summary

A 100% Barbera d'Alba made in stainless steel and bottled in early spring.

## Tasting notes

Deep red with purple highlights. Fresh, fruity and floral bouquet. Acidity and freshness stand out on the palate.