Barbera d’Alba DOC Superiore
It is produced from the selection of the best grapes from the Elia vineyard in Roddi. A wine with a great structure.
- Grape variety 100% Barbera
- Production areaRoddi, Elia vineyard Ha 1,70
- Height 200-250 m.a.s.l.
- Exposure South, South-East
- Soil Limestone/clay
- Harvest period Second half of September
- Yield per hectare 7.000 Kg/hectare of grapes
- Plants per hectare 4.200
- Growing system Guyot
Winemaking
The freshly harvested grapes are destemmed, pressed, and placed in vats at a temperature of 18 °C for 3 days to bring out their varietal aromas. Fermentation takes place at a temperature of 26 °C, followed by a 6/8 day period of maceration ceased with the drawing-off.
Ageing
Once the malolactic fermentation has taken place, the wine ages for 12 months in 25 HL barrels.
Tasting notes
It has an intense ruby red colour with rich violet hues. The bouquet offers intense varietal and natural fruity scents ranging from red roses to raspberries, sour black cherries, blackberries and red plum.
Best served
Between 16 and 18°C
Perfect pairing
A noble wine offering great drinkability, it pairs well with boiled and roasted meats.
Storage
Keep the bottle horizontal, in a cool and ventilated room, protected from direct light and vibrations.
