Name of the wine: Barbera d’ Alba
Denomination: Barbera d’ Alba
Vineyard zone: La Morra
Bottles produced: 12.000
Vineyard area: 2.50 hectares
Grape variety: Barbera
Average age of vineyards: From 10 to 30 years
Type of soils: Calcareous in some parts and sandy in others
Exposition: Sud-Est, Est
Average vineyard elevation: 250/280 meters above sea level
Yield: 4500 kg per hectare
Vinification: Maceration with the skins in temperature-controlled rotofermenters for 4-5 days and aging in used French barriques for 5-6 months
Color: Dark and intense red-purple
Taste: Warm, full, and soft with balanced acidity and a long finish of red fruits
Aroma: Elegant aromas of blackberries and sweet spices
Pairings: Antipasti, first courses, cheese, and salumi.
Suggested serving temperature: 18°
Alcohol: 14,5 %
Dry extract: 27.0 grams/Liter
Acidity: 6.1 grams/Liter