Roagna
Barbera d'Alba 2019
| Denomination | DOC Barbera d'Alba |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Barbera |
| Aging | The wine matures for about 5 years in neutral wooden and cement vats. |
- Vintage and type: Barbera d’Alba Denomination of Controlled Origin 2019, red 13.5% vol by Roagna
- Historic vineyards: grapes sourced from vines over 40 years old, some planted in the 1930s
- Traditional vinification: maceration with submerged cap for 60–70 days
- Extended ageing: around 5 years in neutral wooden vats and concrete tanks
- Serving and pairings: decant for 1 hour; ideal with meats, cured meats and mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Barbera d’Alba Roagna is a robust red wine from Piedmont, made from Barbera grapes. A true expression of its region, it stands out for its remarkable depth and structure. Its intense and elegant profile benefits from an hour of decanting to fully reveal itself. On the palate, it is ideal for accompanying bold flavours, enhancing rich first courses, classic charcuterie boards, flavourful meats and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
This Barbera d’Alba originates in Piedmont, from the Roagna vineyards located in Castiglione Falletto. The character of the wine comes from old vines over forty years old, including historic stocks dating back to the 1930s. These deep roots naturally limit yields, giving the glass a clear aromatic intensity and pronounced longevity, consistently reflecting the characteristics of the original soil.
How it is produced
The production process follows meticulous methods. The crucial stage is a submerged cap maceration lasting around sixty to seventy days, which allows for a slow and controlled extraction from the skins. Afterwards, the wine undergoes a lengthy ageing of about five years, maturing in neutral wooden barrels and concrete vats. This slow evolution stabilises the tannic structure and the balance of flavours.
History and Curiosities
The 2019 Barbera d’Alba by Roagna embodies authentic Piedmontese tradition, produced from historic vineyards where some vines date back to the 1930s. The winemaking process follows the classic method of submerged cap maceration for around sixty days, followed by a lengthy ageing period of five years between cement vats and neutral wooden vats. This patient and meticulous process gives the wine extraordinary depth and structure, making it ideal for pairing with mature cheeses, charcuterie boards, and flavourful meat dishes.
Tasting notes
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Oenologist: Alfredo Roagna, Luca Roagna
- Bottles produced: 30.000
- Hectares: 15
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| Name | Roagna Barbera d'Alba 2019 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Barbera d'Alba DOC |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Barbera |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Roagna |
| Story | History and Curiosities The 2019 Barbera d’Alba by Roagna embodies authentic Piedmontese tradition, produced from historic vineyards where some vines date back to the 1930s. The winemaking process follows the classic method of submerged cap maceration for around sixty days, followed by a lengthy ageing period of five years between cement vats and neutral wooden vats. This patient and meticulous process gives the wine extraordinary depth and structure, making it ideal for pairing with mature cheeses, charcuterie boards, and flavourful meat dishes. |
| Origin | Vineyards owned near the new winery |
| Production technique | Submerged cap maceration |
| Wine making | The oldest vines date back to the 1930s. Maceration takes place with the cap submerged for about 60-70 days. The wine is then aged for around 5 years in neutral wooden and cement vats. |
| Aging | The wine matures for about 5 years in neutral wooden and cement vats. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |