Vietti
Barbera d'Alba Vigna Scarrone 2023
| 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, split between stainless steel, barriques and casks. |
- Origin and appellation: DOC wine produced in Castiglione Falletto, Piedmont
- Organic and vegan: Vietti sustainable cultivation; dry red wine made from Barbera grapes
- Aroma and colour: Intense ruby colour; aromas of ripe red and black cherries, vanilla and spices
- Taste and style: Full-bodied and dry structure, lively freshness and a long, clean finish
- Vinification and pairings: Aged for 18 months in steel and wood; ideal with roasts and cheeses
Description
What type of wine is it
The Barbera d'Alba Vigna Scarrone from the Vietti winery is a still organic red wine that embodies the pure character of the Barbera variety grown in Piedmont. Recognised under the Barbera d'Alba Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC), this wine stands out for its full, dry body, supported by a vibrant freshness and an aromatic profile reminiscent of ripe red cherries and sweet spices. Its elegant structure is the result of careful artisanal processing involving cold maceration and long ageing in wood. Thanks to its long, clean finish, it is ideally paired with roasted meats, game, and aged cheeses, revealing the roots of its terroir.
Where it comes from
This Piedmontese red comes to life in the renowned municipality of Castiglione Falletto, within the prestigious Langhe area. The grapes come exclusively from the Scarrone Vineyard, a plot that enjoys a favourable south-eastern exposure, a fundamental condition for ensuring the optimal and consistent ripening of the bunches. The agronomic management strictly follows the principles of organic farming, respecting the peculiarities of a soil historically suited to producing the highest quality grapes. The interaction between local territorial characteristics and the microclimate gives the fruit an ideal concentration before moving on to the transformation phases in the cellar.
How it is produced
Winemaking begins with a manual harvest, followed by pre-fermentation cold maceration to gently extract aromatic precursors. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in open steel vats for about two weeks, accompanied by constant mechanical punching down and pumping over, followed by post-fermentation maceration in contact with the skins. Subsequently, the wine is transferred to barriques for malolactic fermentation, an essential step in defining its structure. The eighteen-month ageing is balanced between steel, barriques, and wooden casks, giving the product its final complexity before being prepared for consumption.
History and Curiosities
Born in the prestigious terroir of Castiglione Falletto, in Piedmont, this Barbera d'Alba DOC expresses the dedication of the historic Vietti winery. The result of viticulture that embraces organic sustainability, the 2023 vintage celebrates grapes from the famous Scarrone Vineyard. Artisan mastery is reflected in every detail, culminating in a wine that has been awarded as many as 94 points by Vinous, as a testament to its exceptional quality and deep bond with the traditions of the Langhe.
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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| Name | Vietti Barbera d'Alba Vigna Scarrone 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Barbera d'Alba DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| 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 prestigious terroir of Castiglione Falletto, in Piedmont, this Barbera d'Alba DOC expresses the dedication of the historic Vietti winery. The result of viticulture that embraces organic sustainability, the 2023 vintage celebrates grapes from the famous Scarrone Vineyard. Artisan mastery is reflected in every detail, culminating in a wine that has been awarded as many as 94 points by Vinous, as a testament to its exceptional quality and deep bond with the traditions of the Langhe. |
| Origin | Castiglione Falletto, Piedmont, Italy |
| Fermentation | About 2 weeks |
| Production technique | Hand harvesting; pre-fermentative cold maceration; alcoholic fermentation in open steel vats with mechanical punching down and pump-overs; post-fermentative maceration on the skins; malolactic fermentation in barriques/barrels; ageing for approximately 18 months in steel, barriques and wooden barrels. |
| Wine making | Pre-fermentation cold maceration; alcoholic fermentation for approximately 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 approximately 18 months split between steel, barriques and casks. |
| Aging | Ageing for approximately 18 months, split between stainless steel, barriques and casks. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |