Vietti
Barbera d'Alba Vigna Scarrone 2022
| Denomination | DOC Barbera d'Alba |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Barbera |
| Aging | Ageing for approximately 18 months, divided between stainless steel, barriques and barrels. |
- Wine and vintage: Barbera d’Alba Denomination of Controlled Origin 2022 organic, 15% vol, 750 ml
- Vineyard: 100% Barbera from the Scarrone Vineyard in Castiglione Falletto, south-east facing
- Vinification: Cold maceration and two-week fermentation in open steel vats
- Ageing: Approximately eighteen months in steel, barrique and barrels for greater complexity
- Tasting and serving: Notes of cherry, vanilla and spices; decant for one hour, serve at 16-18 °C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Vietti Barbera d’Alba Vigna Scarrone is an organic red wine that precisely expresses the soul of the Barbera grape. Characterised by a deep ruby colour, it offers aromas of ripe red and black cherries, accompanied by hints of vanilla and sweet spices. On the palate, it stands out for its full and dry body, supported by a lively freshness that enhances its gustatory complexity. Thanks to its impeccable balance and persistent finish, it is the ideal companion for roasts, game and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
This Piedmontese red originates from the municipality of Castiglione Falletto, in one of the most renowned areas for Barbera d’Alba. The grapes are grown in the prestigious Scarrone vineyard, which benefits from a favourable south-east exposure, an ideal condition for optimal and consistent ripening of the bunches. Vietti works these lands with a constant commitment to organic sustainability and environmental protection. The result is an authentic narrative of the Langhe region, the fruit of artisanal care that accompanies every stage in the vineyard.
How it is produced
Production begins with manual harvesting, followed by a cold pre-fermentation maceration. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in open steel vats for about two weeks, with frequent punching down and pumping over of the must. This is followed by malolactic fermentation in barrels, a fundamental step in refining the wine’s structure. The process concludes with eighteen months of ageing, carried out between steel and wooden barrels. This careful process shapes an elegant profile, able to combine the richness of ripe fruit with a vibrant acidic tension.
History and Curiosities
Born in the heart of the Castiglione Falletto terroir, this organic Barbera d’Alba DOC expresses all the passion of the historic Vietti winery. The 2022 vintage combines sustainability with meticulous artisanal care of the grapes from the Vigna Scarrone. Thanks to a skilful 18-month maturation in steel, barriques and large barrels, the wine releases notes of ripe cherry and spices, offering a full, elegant and vibrant body. Awarded 94 points by Vinous, it boasts a remarkable ageing potential of up to 15 years.
Awards
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2022
4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2022
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2022
94/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2022
89/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1873
- Oenologist: Eugenio Palumbo
- Bottles produced: 600.000
- Hectares: 75
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We have always opted for the most natural and artisanal processing techniques. This commitment stems from continuous observation, patient waiting, and from the respect for the natural cycle followed by our plants. We know every vineyard, observe each of them in their unique growing season, and respect them.
We respect our land, the techniques, and the ancient knowledge that, along with continuous training, make our wine unique. We take care of the work that we do, aligned with the values of respect, inclusivity, fairness, and social well-being.
This is part of our philosophy and approach because what makes our wine great is the complete respect towards our territory. While working, we aim to reduce the interventions on the vineyard, and we use natural resources with care and consideration. Read more
| Name | Vietti Barbera d'Alba Vigna Scarrone 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Barbera d'Alba DOC |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Barbera |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Vietti |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in the heart of the Castiglione Falletto terroir, this organic Barbera d’Alba DOC expresses all the passion of the historic Vietti winery. The 2022 vintage combines sustainability with meticulous artisanal care of the grapes from the Vigna Scarrone. Thanks to a skilful 18-month maturation in steel, barriques and large barrels, the wine releases notes of ripe cherry and spices, offering a full, elegant and vibrant body. Awarded 94 points by Vinous, it boasts a remarkable ageing potential of up to 15 years. |
| Origin | Castiglione Falletto, Piedmont, Italy |
| Fermentation | About 2 weeks |
| Production technique | Pre-fermentation cold maceration; alcoholic fermentation in open steel vats with mechanical punch-downs and pump-overs; post-fermentation maceration with skins; malolactic fermentation in barriques; ageing for approximately 18 months in a combination of steel, barriques and barrels. |
| Wine making | Cold pre-fermentation maceration; alcoholic fermentation for about 2 weeks in open steel vats with mechanical punching down and several pump-overs; post-fermentation maceration with the skins; racking and transfer to barriques for malolactic fermentation; ageing for about 18 months divided between steel, barriques and large casks. |
| Aging | Ageing for approximately 18 months, divided between stainless steel, barriques and barrels. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |