# Sagrin (Raineri)

> Red, Barbera d'Alba Superiore DOC by [Raineri](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/raineri.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/raineri-sagrin).

- **Producer:** Raineri
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d'Alba Superiore DOC
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Production area:** Monforte d'Alba
- **Soil:** sand and marls of clay, limestone
- **Exposure:** South-west, about 290 m a.s.l. (950 ft)
- **Harvest:** Hand harvest at the end of September in 20 kg crates
- **Vineyard planting:** 20 year old vines, guyot
- **Vinification:** Destemmed. Fermentation and maceration about 14 days at 28-29 C in vertical stainless steel vats, then about two months of malolactic fermentation and 14 months in used French oak. No filtration, no fining.
- **Serving temperature:** 16-17 C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-05



## Summary

Barbera d'Alba Superiore from 20 year old vines in Monforte d'Alba, aged 14 months in used French oak.

## Tasting notes

Ruby-red with deep purple highlights. Black pepper and ripe dark fruit on the nose. Dry, fruity, deep and lasting palate, full-bodied and balanced. Ageing potential 2-8 years.

## Food pairings

Appetizers, pasta and meat dishes, cured meat and cheese