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Barbera d'Alba DOC "Le Ciliegie"

    • Description :

      Location of the Vineyards: Le Ciliegie vineyard in Monforte d'Alba
      Vinification: Harvest takes place in the second decade of September. Maceration on the skins for 10 days at approx 78F.
      Aging: Aged in 25-hectoliters casks for 3-4 months, and 10 months in stainless steel tanks.

      Grape varieties :

      Barbera

      Altitude :

      335m - 400m ASL

      Vineyard age :

      Planted in the 1980s.

      Exposure :

      West / South-West

      Soil :

      Calcareous-clayey

      Alcohol :

      13.5%

      Tasting notes :

      An easy-going Barbera that offers clean fruity notes of red currant and prunes. The vivid acidity keeps this focused and mouthwatering on the lingering finish and makes it an ideal food companion. Try it with fresh pasta dishes, agnolotti and white meats.

Press Notes

  • James Suckling
    • 2019
      92 points
    • 2017
      90 points
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