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 | , lasting about 18 months, is divided between steel, barriques and barrels. |
Description
Organic red from Piedmont, 15% ABV, produced by Vietti. 100% Barbera, 2022 vintage. A Barbera d'Alba that embodies the passion and dedication of the Vietti winery, founded in 1873. The grapes come from the "Scarrone" vineyard in Castiglione Falletto, with a southeast exposure. Pre-fermentation cold maceration, alcoholic fermentation for approximately two weeks in open-topped stainless steel vats with mechanical punching down and several pumping overs. Aged for approximately 18 months in stainless steel, barriques, and barrels. Intense ruby red color. On the nose, intense aromas of ripe red and black cherries, vanilla, and spices. On the palate, good acidity and full body, with excellent balance, great complexity, and a lingering finish.
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
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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
We train our expertise and winemakers’ sensitivity, while looking after every detail. That’s the style that makes our winery stand out.
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 |
| Origin | Grapes from the "Scarrone" vineyard in Castiglione Falletto |
| Climate | Exposure: south-east. |
| Wine making | Pre-fermentation cold maceration. Alcoholic fermentation for about 2 weeks in open stainless steel vats with mechanical punching-down and several pump-overs. Alcoholic fermentation is followed by post-fermentation maceration with the skins. The wine is then drawn off and transferred to barriques for malolactic fermentation. |
| Aging | , lasting about 18 months, is divided between steel, barriques and barrels. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |