{"product_id":"fortemasso-barbera-dalba-superiore-2023","title":"Fortemasso Barbera d'Alba Superiore 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFortemasso Barbera d’Alba Superiore is a \u003cstrong\u003estill red wine\u003c\/strong\u003e that enhances the qualities of the Barbera grape variety. To the eye, it displays an intense garnet colour with violet highlights. The bouquet is broad and complex, characterised by a \u003cstrong\u003efragrance of rose and blackberry\u003c\/strong\u003e intertwined with elegant notes of chocolate and sweet tobacco. On the palate, it reveals a warm, full and harmonious structure, supported by a pleasant savouriness and a spicy finish. Ideal after a brief decanting, it pairs excellently with \u003cstrong\u003emeat dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e such as pork and beef, robust first courses and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis red wine originates from Monforte d’Alba, in Piedmont. The Barbera vineyards are cultivated using the Guyot system on \u003cstrong\u003ecalcareous clay-loam soil\u003c\/strong\u003e, benefiting from optimal southern exposure. Careful vineyard management and low yields allow for grapes with great aromatic concentration. The particular pedoclimatic conditions of this area give the wine a \u003cstrong\u003eremarkable colour intensity\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003erich flavour profile\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring consistent quality and a deep connection to the Piedmontese territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification begins with destemming and gentle crushing of the freshly harvested grapes. Fermentation takes place in \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e at a controlled temperature, with daily pump-overs to extract colour and varietal aromas. Subsequently, the wine remains in \u003cstrong\u003emaceration on the skins\u003c\/strong\u003e for about eight days before racking. Once malolactic fermentation is complete, maturation continues in \u003cstrong\u003ebarrels\u003c\/strong\u003e for twelve months, during which the wine develops its structure. The process concludes with a further six months of bottle ageing before release.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage of \u003cstrong\u003eBarbera d’Alba D.O.C. Superiore\u003c\/strong\u003e from Fortemasso expresses the essence and elegance of Monforte d’Alba. Produced from vineyards grown on south-facing calcareous-clay soils, it undergoes vinification in steel with meticulous maceration on the skins. The intense character of this red is enhanced by \u003cstrong\u003etwelve months of ageing in barrique\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by a further six months of rest in the bottle. Awarded 92 points by \u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e, this wine offers a harmonious sip that masterfully celebrates the richness of the Piedmontese terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fortemasso","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46169088164011,"sku":"60308","price":21.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/fortemasso-barbera-d-alba-superiore-2023_60308_1_441b667c-4a9c-4bd8-90d9-d295a7226829.webp?v=1773403684","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-dk\/products\/fortemasso-barbera-dalba-superiore-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}