COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Barbera
PRODUCER
Carussin
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Carussin was founded in 1927 in San Marzano Oliveto, a small municipality in the province of Asti, Piedmont. Today, the estate is run by Bruna Ferro and her family, who have been pioneers in biodynamic farming since the 1980s. The name 'Asinoi' is a playful tribute to the family's beloved donkeys ('asini' in Italian), which play an integral role in the estate's biodiversity and educational farm. This wine represents the estate's philosophy of creating approachable, joyful, and authentic expressions of the Barbera grape, deeply rooted in Piedmontese tradition.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Asinoi' is a play on words meaning 'We, the donkeys,' celebrating the family's rescue donkeys that live on the estate.
Fact 02
Carussin has been certified biodynamic by Demeter since 1984, making them early pioneers of the movement in Piedmont.
Fact 03
The estate operates an educational farm where local children can interact with the donkeys and learn about biodiversity.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Barbera grapes for Asinoi are hand-harvested from certified biodynamic vineyards. Fermentation occurs spontaneously using indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the bright, primary fruit characteristics of the grape. The wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and is aged entirely in stainless steel and concrete tanks for a few months before bottling. It is bottled unfined and unfiltered with minimal sulfur additions to maintain its vibrant, natural character.
