Barbera d’Asti DOCG superiore D.E.A.

oak-aged

Ruby red color. Intense characteristic aroma of red fruits. Dry still taste, full bodied, more harmonious with sufficient ageing, pleasant, full taste.

Data Sheet

Classification: Red
Recommended serving temperature: 18-20° C
Grapes: Barbera
Production area: Valcioccaro, Costigliole d’Asti, Piedmont
Soil: clay-calcareous of sedimentary marine origin, with good presence of silt, sand and minerals, especially magnesium
Vineyards exposure: south, south-west in hilly terrain
Vineyards altitude: 180-200 m ASL
Breeding system: Guyot 4000 plants / ha
Age of vines: Historic vineyards (70 years)
Grape yield per hectare: 80-90 quintals
Winemaking: Soft pressing of grapes, maceration and fermentation on skins with frequent and delicate replenishment
Aging: In oak barrells for 12-18 months minimum
Alcohol content: 15,5% vol.
Sale: Boxes with 6 bottles (15 bottles boxes on request)