# Sbircio (Il Poggio di Gavi)

> Red, Colli Tortonesi DOC Monleale by [Il Poggio di Gavi](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/il-poggio-di-gavi.md), Gavi, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/il-poggio-di-gavi-sbircio).

- **Producer:** Il Poggio di Gavi
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Colli Tortonesi DOC Monleale
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Production area:** Hills of Monleale Alta, average altitude 300 m
- **Soil:** Limestone-rich marl
- **Harvest:** Hand-picked in crates at perfect ripeness
- **Vineyard planting:** Guyot, 4,000 vines/ha, yield 9.5 t/ha
- **Vinification:** Soft pressing, spontaneous fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel, 12 months in barriques, then one year in bottle before release. Alcohol 14%.
- **Serving temperature:** 16-18°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-09



## Summary

A Barbera from the marl hills of Monleale at 300 metres, fermented spontaneously and aged in barrique.

## Tasting notes

Intense ruby red with garnet reflections. Lively fruity aromas typical of Barbera with fresh balsamic touches. Firm yet refined structure; rich, energetic and well balanced on the palate, with a long finish of blackberry jam, eucalyptus and a slight ferrous note.

## Food pairings

Roast and braised meats, traditional polenta, aged cheeses, grilled meats, vegetable risottos or mature cheeses, game, cured meats and mushroom dishes.