# Fil Rus (Piazzo Comm. Armando)

> Red, Barbera d'Alba DOC by [Piazzo Comm. Armando](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/piazzo-comm-armando.md), Alba, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/piazzo-comm-armando-fil-rus).

- **Producer:** Piazzo Comm. Armando
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d'Alba DOC
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Production area:** Hills of San Rocco Seno d'Elvio in the municipality of Alba, and the Roero hills in the municipality of Guarene
- **Soil:** Marly soil with sandy infiltrations (Guarene/Cortine side)
- **Exposure:** West-facing at around 350 m altitude (Guarene/Cortine side)
- **Harvest:** Mid September
- **Vinification:** Crushing of the grapes and separation from the stems. Fermentation and maceration on skins in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. The wine spends about 6 months resting in stainless steel tanks, after which it is ready for bottling.
- **Serving temperature:** No higher than 18°C; best served slightly cooler
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-26


## Summary

A Barbera d'Alba from vineyards on both banks of the Tanaro, blending grapes from the Langhe hills of Alba with those of the Roero hills in Guarene.

## Tasting notes

Colour: an intense burgundy with ruby highlights. Nose: fresh and intense fruit, with slight spicy notes that may develop with ageing. Taste: good acidity, never excessive, with increasing persistence and an immediate, juicy sensation.

## Food pairings

Charcuterie and cheese board, first courses; also good with seafood, pizza, spicy fusion cuisine and hamburger