COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Barbera
PRODUCER
Cantina Terre del Barolo
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Gheppio Barbera d'Alba 2020 is a red wine from the Alba sub-region of Piedmont, Italy, produced by Cantina Terre del Barolo. This cooperative winery, established in 1958, brings together over 300 winegrowers dedicated to producing wines exclusively from the Langhe region. The Barbera grape flourishes in the local chalky, limestone-rich clay soils, contributing to the wine's regional character. The 2020 vintage benefited from a warm and dry growing season, promoting fruit ripeness and concentration. Cantina Terre del Barolo was recognized as Italy's best cooperative in 2020.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Cantina Terre del Barolo was named Italy's best cooperative in 2020.
Fact 02
Barbera d'Alba DOC regulations allow up to 15% Nebbiolo, though this wine is 100% Barbera.
Fact 03
The cooperative represents over 300 individual winegrowers.
Fact 04
Barbera thrives in Piedmont's chalky, limestone-rich clay soils.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Gheppio Barbera d'Alba undergoes traditional red wine fermentation with controlled-temperature maceration for about 20 days, typically in steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation is a part of the process. Aging can occur in stainless steel tanks or involve a period of 12 months in oak casks followed by bottle aging, depending on the specific wine. The grapes are hand-harvested, with a maximum yield of 10 tons per hectare. The producer's approach emphasizes adherence to regional appellation regulations and expressing the character of the Langhe terroir.
