COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Barbera
PRODUCER
Terre del Barolo
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Barbera d'Alba Terre del Barolo is a red wine from Piedmont, Italy, produced by Terre del Barolo, a cooperative founded in 1958. This cooperative unites over 300 member families who manage approximately 650 hectares of vineyards. The wine is made from 100% Barbera grapes grown in the Langhe region, known for its clayey-calcareous and calcareous-siliceous soils. The cooperative's mission is to support local winegrowers and preserve the viticultural heritage of the area, aiming to produce wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Barolo region through a blend of traditional methods and modern technology.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Cooperative founded in 1958 by a teacher and mayor.
Fact 02
Over 300 families contribute to Terre del Barolo.
Fact 03
Vineyards span approximately 650 hectares.
Fact 04
Focus on preserving the Langhe's viticultural landscape.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Barbera d'Alba Terre del Barolo begins with destemming and soft pressing of the 100% Barbera grapes. Alcoholic fermentation occurs with selected yeasts at controlled temperatures of 24-26°C, featuring frequent pump-overs for extraction. Micro-oxygenation is utilized to enhance varietal aromas. Malolactic fermentation is completed by the end of winter. The wine then undergoes aging for 3-4 months in stainless steel tanks before bottling. The harvest is performed manually between October 1st and October 15th, with a maximum yield per hectare of 10 metric tons.
