# Praie (Mandirola)

> Red, Colli Tortonesi DOC Barbera by [Mandirola](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/mandirola.md), Colli Tortonesi, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/mandirola-praie).

- **Producer:** Mandirola
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Colli Tortonesi DOC Barbera
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Production area:** Municipality of Casasco
- **Soil:** Marly and clayey
- **Exposure:** East/southwest facing slopes, 250-300 m a.s.l.
- **Harvest:** End of September to beginning of October, hand picked into baskets
- **Vineyard planting:** Guyot training, plant density of 4,500 vines per hectare, vines around 40 years old, yield of 8,000 kg per hectare
- **Vinification:** Grapes crushed and fermented in large vats for 8-10 days, then refined by traditional method, filtered and bottled for a further 12 months. Alcohol 13-14% by volume.
- **Serving temperature:** 14-16°C
- **Storage:** Store in a cool, dark place, away from sources of heat and light. Best enjoyed young.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25



## Summary

Mandirola's youngest and most palatable Barbera, from selected vineyards in the Municipality of Casasco. Typically characterized by freshness, acidity and fruity notes.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red colour, intense and bright. Vinous and persistent bouquet with hints of strawberries and red berries. Harmonic, balanced palate with soft notes of strawberry jam.

## Food pairings

Perfect with cured meat.