Project Description

DENOMINATION OF ORIGIN: Barbera d’Asti DOC Superiore

GRAPE CONTENT: Barbera 100%

CULTIVATION TECHNIQUE: organically grown grapes, cultivated in harmony with the natural environment, without the use of herbicides, chemical fertilizers and other chemical products, certified ICEA

HARVEST AND PRODUCTION
The selected grapes of the “Gustin” vineyard situated in Valdonata, are harvested from the end of September to the beginning of October. The bunches are selected prior to crushing and the fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at 26 to 28ºC, with a total steeping period of 15 days in order to extract the aromas and give this Barbera more body. Malolactic fermentation takes place naturally.

POTENTIAL AGEING
100% of the wine mellows in European oak barrels for 12 months and then is blended and bottled.
Ageing: 7 to 9 years.

THE WINEMAKER’S COMMENTS
The wine shows an intense ruby colour with aromas of red fruits, like cherries and strawberries. On the palate the wine presents fruity flavours with soft tannins, good balance and a lingering finish.

WINE AND FOOD
Great with veal, poultry, game animals, barbecued ribs or chicken, pastas, cheese.