COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Barbera
PRODUCER
Diego Conterno
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Barbera d'Alba 'Ferrione' by Diego Conterno is a single-vineyard wine from the Monforte d'Alba appellation in Piedmont, Italy. It is crafted from 100% Barbera grapes grown on the west-facing 'Ferrione' hillside. The producer, Diego Conterno, founded his winery with a commitment to organic and biodynamic farming practices, which have been integral to his estate since 2006. This wine is a specific expression of the 'Ferrione' vineyard, reflecting the unique terroir and the producer's dedication to sustainable viticulture.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€18
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Barbera is often called the 'wine of the people' in Piedmont.
Fact 02
The 'Ferrione' vineyard faces west, ideal for grape ripening.
Fact 03
Certified organic since 2017, biodynamic since 2019.
Fact 04
This wine represents outstanding value based on critic scores and price.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Barbera d'Alba 'Ferrione' is produced using 100% Barbera grapes. Following hand-harvesting, the grapes are destemmed and undergo fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks utilizing indigenous yeasts. The wine then matures for a total of 20 months, with 10 months in 500-liter oak barrels and a subsequent period in wooden barrels, including large oak and cement. This process is guided by the producer's commitment to organic and biodynamic farming principles.
