COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Barbera
PRODUCER
Azienda Agricola Vigin
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Vigin My Ruby is a 100% Barbera wine from the Barbera d'Alba DOC in Piedmont, Italy, produced by Azienda Agricola Vigin. The estate, located in Treiso, has been in the Viglino family since 1947, but its winemaking venture only began in 2002 under the guidance of Davide Viglino. The vineyards, some of which are up to 60 years old, are managed with an integrated viticulture approach. The winery produces a limited quantity of wine, with annual production under 15,000 bottles, aiming for a modern expression of the soil and grape.
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
The winery's founder was a teetotaller.
Fact 02
Winemaking began in 2002 by the founder's grandson.
Fact 03
Vineyards range from 15 to 60 years old.
Fact 04
Production is small, under 15,000 bottles annually.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Azienda Agricola Vigin employs an integrated viticulture approach in their vineyards, which range in age from 15 to 60 years. The winery's philosophy is to capture a modern expression of the soil and the Barbera grape. While specific details on fermentation, aging, and other technical aspects are not extensively documented, the focus is on producing wines that reflect their origin. The estate's production volume is intentionally kept small, with fewer than 15,000 bottles produced annually.
