{"product_id":"marchesi-di-barolo-barbera-dalba-superiore-peiragal-2024","title":"Marchesi di Barolo Barbera d'Alba Superiore Peiragal 2024","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBarbera d’Alba Superiore Peiragal is a red wine from Piedmont with great character, crafted by Marchesi di Barolo. Made from \u003cstrong\u003eBarbera\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes, this wine embodies the refined style of the Barbera d’Alba Superiore denomination. In the glass, it displays an intense purple-red colour with violet highlights. On the nose, it offers a complex aromatic profile, where notes of \u003cstrong\u003ewild berries and morello cherry\u003c\/strong\u003e blend with hints of vanilla. On the palate, it is full and enveloping, supported by \u003cstrong\u003erobust yet sweet tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e and a long finish with elegant woody nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates from hillsides with steep slopes, locally known as Peiragal. The soils are characterised by compact calcareous-clay formations interspersed with large stones. This \u003cstrong\u003esoil composition\u003c\/strong\u003e reduces surface water availability, forcing the vine to push its roots deep into the ground. The result is a wine with remarkable structure and a harmonious sense of place. In the kitchen, it pairs perfectly with classic \u003cstrong\u003eLanghe starters\u003c\/strong\u003e, such as vitello tonnato, as well as \u003cstrong\u003erich first courses\u003c\/strong\u003e and medium-aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes, harvested by hand, are immediately destemmed and crushed. Vinification involves a phase of \u003cstrong\u003etemperature-controlled maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e lasting about ten days, accompanied by pump-overs to encourage the extraction of colour and tannins. After malolactic fermentation, part of the wine matures in French oak barriques, while the remainder is aged in \u003cstrong\u003eSlavonian oak casks\u003c\/strong\u003e for one year. Finally, the \u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e rests in vitrified cement tanks for six months, completing its maturation process until perfect balance is achieved.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeiragal is an ancient dialect term that refers to steep slopes characterised by compact \u003cstrong\u003ecalcareous-clay soil\u003c\/strong\u003e and large stones. This particular soil composition limits the absorption of rainwater, forcing the vines to \u003cstrong\u003eroot deeply\u003c\/strong\u003e in search of underground moisture. From this challenge of nature comes a structured and harmonious red wine, a proud expression of \u003cstrong\u003eMarchesi di Barolo winery\u003c\/strong\u003e which, since 1806, has preserved the winemaking tradition of Piedmont, offering enthusiasts a glass of absolute elegance and true to its territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marchesi di Barolo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48538257948843,"sku":"63324","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-uk\/products\/marchesi-di-barolo-barbera-dalba-superiore-peiragal-2024","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}