COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Barbera
PRODUCER
MGM S.r.l.
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Enzo Bartoli Barbera d'Asti Superiore 2020 is a red wine from the Asti sub-region of Piedmont, Italy, holding the prestigious Barbera d'Asti Superiore DOCG classification. Produced by MGM S.r.l., the 'Enzo Bartoli' name suggests a focus on authentic Piedmontese character and terroir. The Superiore designation signifies adherence to higher quality standards, including extended aging. The vineyards are situated in a region known for its calcareous clay soils at elevations up to 650 meters. The 2020 vintage has garnered recognition, including a Grand Gold at Mundus Vini.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Barbera d'Asti Superiore DOCG is Italy's highest wine classification.
Fact 02
The 'Superiore' designation requires a minimum of 14 months aging, with at least 6 in wood.
Fact 03
This wine is noted for its balance and drinkability.
Fact 04
The 2020 vintage received a Grand Gold at Mundus Vini.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Enzo Bartoli Barbera d'Asti Superiore 2020 involves fermentation, typically in steel tanks, followed by a mandatory aging period. For the Superiore designation, this aging must be a minimum of 14 months, with at least 6 months spent in wooden barrels, which can be oak or chestnut. Some producers may utilize small oak barriques to influence the wine's texture and flavor profile. The grapes are sourced from vineyards in the Asti sub-region of Piedmont, known for their calcareous clay soils.
