Vietti
Barbera d'Alba Vigna Vecchia 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 | The wine is racked and transferred to barriques for malolactic fermentation; the ageing lasts about 18 months and is divided between stainless steel, barriques and large casks. |
Description
What kind of wine it is
Vietti Barbera d’Alba Vigna Vecchia Scarrone is a still red wine that purely enhances the character of Barbera grapes. An expression of Barbera d’Alba, it offers a deep aromatic profile with notes of ripe cherry, blackberry, vanilla and spices. On the palate, it is dry and opulent, supported by a rich tannic structure and a full body. The fruit expression blends with a refreshing acidity and a savoury mineral streak, creating a harmonious balance. It is a vegan label ideal for accompanying structured dishes, capable of finishing the tasting with an intense and persistent finish.
Where it comes from
This red originates in Piedmont, from the historic Scarrone vineyard located in Castiglione Falletto. The grapes come from over a century-old vines, with historic stocks planted over a hundred years ago. Exposed to the south-east, these old plants guarantee limited yields, promoting superior quality and remarkable concentration in the bunch. The agronomic management follows the principles of sustainability and is in the process of conversion to organic farming. Every intervention in the vineyard respects the bond with the land, ensuring an intense and complex fruit.
How it is produced
The process begins with a cold pre-fermentation maceration to extract colours and primary aromas. Alcoholic fermentation lasts for about two weeks in steel vats, with punching down and pumping over to maximise contact with the skins. Subsequently, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation in barrels for four months, gaining greater roundness. The eighteen-month ageing continues between steel and barrels, a fundamental step to integrate the structure and give the sip a pleasant velvety sensation.
History and Curiosities
The Vietti Barbera d’Alba Vigna Vecchia Scarrone 2022 originates from the picturesque terraces of Castiglione Falletto, in the heart of the renowned Barolo terroir. The soul of this red wine lies in its precious century-old vines: historic plants dating back to 1918, capable of offering minimal yields and unparalleled concentration. Produced from grapes in organic conversion and in accordance with vegan principles, this limited production offers an authentic experience, celebrated by critics with outstanding scores, including the coveted 95 points from Vinous.
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
2This guide is highly respected and offers the most comprehensive review of Italian wines. It has a long tradition and is based on blind tastings carried out by over 100 experts.
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2022
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2022
95/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2022
90/100
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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| Name | Vietti Barbera d'Alba Vigna Vecchia 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 The Vietti Barbera d’Alba Vigna Vecchia Scarrone 2022 originates from the picturesque terraces of Castiglione Falletto, in the heart of the renowned Barolo terroir. The soul of this red wine lies in its precious century-old vines: historic plants dating back to 1918, capable of offering minimal yields and unparalleled concentration. Produced from grapes in organic conversion and in accordance with vegan principles, this limited production offers an authentic experience, celebrated by critics with outstanding scores, including the coveted 95 points from Vinous. |
| Origin | Castiglione Falletto, Scarrone locality (Piedmont, Italy) |
| Plants per hectare | 4300 |
| Yield per hectare | Approximately 25 hectolitres per hectare |
| Fermentation | About 2 weeks (alcoholic fermentation); about 4 months (malolactic fermentation) |
| Production technique | Cold pre-fermentation maceration; alcoholic fermentation for about 2 weeks in open stainless steel vats with mechanical punching down and several pump-overs; post-fermentation maceration on the skins; racking and transfer to barriques for malolactic fermentation (about 4 months). |
| Wine making | Cold pre-fermentation maceration; alcoholic fermentation for about 2 weeks in open stainless steel vats with mechanical punching down and several pump-overs; post-fermentation maceration on the skins; racking and transfer to barriques for malolactic fermentation (about 4 months). |
| Aging | The wine is racked and transferred to barriques for malolactic fermentation; the ageing lasts about 18 months and is divided between stainless steel, barriques and large casks. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |