Barbera D’Alba Doc Superiore

Varietal: 100% Barbera
Growing locations: Municipalities in the Langhe area
Soil: calcareous clay
Vine training: vertical trellis with Guyot pruning
Picking: 100% by hand
Harvest: first half of October
Maximum yield: 10 tons/ha
Vinification: destemming and crushing; alcoholic fermentation and 5-6 days on the skins at a controlled temperature (26-28°C)
Malolactic fermentation: complete
Ageing: 4 months in oak, followed by 8-10 months in tank prior to bottling

TASTING NOTES
Color: intense ruby red with purple hues
On the nose: fruity (blackberry, cherry) with spicy notes
On the palate: full bodied with nice acidity and freshness
Alcohol: 14% vol.
Serving temperature: 18-20°C
Cellar life: 3-5 years in the bottle
Food/wine pairings: complex pasta dishes, grilled meats and game, cold cuts and medium-mature cheeses