COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2015
GRAPE
Barbera
PRODUCER
ColleFirata
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
ColleFirata Barbera del Monferrato is a red wine from the Barbera del Monferrato DOC appellation in Piedmont, Italy. Produced by the family winery ColleFirata, it is made from 100% Barbera grapes. The estate is situated on the gentle hills of Monferrato, a region with a rich wine heritage. ColleFirata emphasizes a philosophy of valuing the land and its traditional wines, while integrating modern production methods. They personally manage all aspects of production on their estate, from vine selection to vineyard maintenance, working with agronomists and an experienced oenologist.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Passed
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Awarded a Bronze medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2018.
Fact 02
Family-run winery with a deep connection to the Monferrato hills.
Fact 03
Combines traditional winemaking with modern agronomical technology.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of ColleFirata Barbera del Monferrato DOC involves fermentation on the skins for approximately 6 days at controlled temperatures. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging in barriques, which are stored in a traditional underground vaulted cellar. The winery emphasizes a blend of traditional winemaking practices with modern agronomical and oenological technologies, with the family personally overseeing all aspects of production from vineyard to bottle.
