COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Barbera
PRODUCER
Diego e Damiano Barale
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Barbera d’Alba Superiore 2021 from Diego e Damiano Barale is a single-varietal Barbera from the Piedmont region of Italy. The Barale brothers, inheritors of a winemaking legacy from the 17th century, manage approximately 8 hectares of vineyards. Their estate is located between the communes of Barolo and Monforte d'Alba, with this specific wine originating from the San Giovanni vineyard in Monforte d'Alba. The brothers are committed to organic viticulture, focusing on preserving the natural aromatic qualities of their grapes. Their distinctive label, featuring a scythe and ladybug, represents their philosophy of 'Work and Nature, Audacity and Fortune'.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€239
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The Barale family's winemaking history dates back to the 17th century.
Fact 02
The label features a scythe and ladybug, symbolizing 'Work and Nature, Audacity and Fortune'.
Fact 03
The brothers practice organic viticulture, though it is not officially certified.
Fact 04
The wine is sourced from the San Giovanni vineyard in Monforte d'Alba.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Barbera d’Alba Superiore 2021 undergoes fermentation in stainless steel tanks for 15-20 days at a controlled temperature of 25-27°C, with regular pumping over and punch-downs to enhance color and aroma extraction. Both alcoholic and malolactic fermentations are completed. The wine is then aged for approximately 15 months in used 500-liter French oak barrels (tonneaux). After bottling, it rests in glass for about 3 months before commercialization. Harvest typically takes place in September or October.
