Balanced, succulent, precious
This Barbera exhibits natural complexity and concentration coming from almost century old vines. Mineral notes, together with hints of chamomile and blackberry, all resonate in unique harmony.
Characteristics
Grape variety
100% Barbera
Production vineyard
Bionzo a Costigliole d'Asti (At)
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Vinification
Maceration and alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled vats for an average period of 14-15 days. Malolactic fermentation done in French oak barrels, of which 20% is new and the balance is aged in used oak (2nd passage), followed by about 12 months of aging. Finally, bottle-aged for about 6 months.
First vintage
1998
Average production
10.000 bottles
Pairings
Agnolotti al Plin with Sausage ragù, Baked pork cheeks.
Serving temperature
16/17° C.
Recommended glass
Bordeaux
Vineyard characteristics
Bionzo a Costigliole d'Asti (At)
Varietal
Barbera
Municipality
Costigliole d'Asti (At)
Exposure
South
Area
12 acres
Altitude
250 m. a.s.l.
Average age of the vines
60 year-old
Soil
Clay-like limestone and marl.
