# Sostegno (Marchesi Alfieri)

> Red, Piemonte DOC Barbera-Pinot Nero by [Marchesi Alfieri](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/marchesi-alfieri.md), Asti, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/marchesi-alfieri-sostegno).

- **Producer:** Marchesi Alfieri
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Piemonte DOC Barbera-Pinot Nero
- **Grape:** Barbera-Pinot Nero
- **Production area:** San Martino Alfieri
- **Harvest:** Pinot Nero hand-harvested end of August, Barbera towards the end of September
- **Vinification:** Traditional maceration at 27-28°C for about 10-12 days, with delicate pumping over and délestage in the first 3-4 days. The two wines age separately in steel at 15°C until the following spring, then are blended and bottled at the end of summer.
- **Serving temperature:** Serve at 18°C
- **Storage:** 0.75L format. About 10,000 bottles produced.
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-03


## Summary

Sostegno blends Barbera and Pinot Nero, harvested and vinified separately before blending after the winter.

## Tasting notes

Intense ruby red with a fruity aroma; Barbera's cherry and red fruit blend with Pinot Nero's wild berries and spice, and a light, well-balanced oak vanilla note. Smooth and full-flavoured with a good tannic finish from the Pinot Nero. Drinks young but can age 4-5 years.

## Food pairings

Salami, cured meats, pasta dishes, red and white meats, medium-mature cheeses.