Montalbera
Piemonte Rosso Fuori Catalogo 2024
| Denomination | DOC Piemonte Rosso |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 60% Barbera, 40% Ruchè |
| Aging | In steel tanks and subsequently in bottles stored horizontally at a controlled temperature. |
- Grape variety and style: Still red wine with Piemonte designation from Barbera and Ruchè, 14% vol
- Fruity aromas: Intense scents of red fruits and apricot, clear bouquet
- Enveloping flavour: Full yet delicate taste, smooth, with hints of forest fruit jam
- Vinification and ageing: Slightly overripe grapes, maceration and ageing in stainless steel
- Pairings and service: Recommended with game, pork and cheeses; serve at 16–18 °C after aeration
Description
What type of wine it is
Montalbera's Piemonte Rosso Fuori Catalogo is a fascinating blend of red grapes, in which Barbera and Ruchè stand out. Belonging to the Piemonte designation, this wine is appreciated for its intense and fruity profile, capable of offering a soft and delicate, yet at the same time full-bodied, sip. Structured and enveloping, it expresses clear notes of red fruits, revealing a roundness that enhances its pleasantness. Its harmonious character makes it a red wine capable of accompanying meals with great versatility, proving perfect for pairings with cheeses and meat-based dishes.
Where it comes from
The grapes intended for the production of this red wine come from the renowned hilly areas of Castagnole Monferrato and Montemagno, in the province of Asti. This specific Piedmontese area is characterised by clay and limestone soils, which are fundamental for giving the grapes a natural aromatic concentration and providing the wine with a solid structure. The vineyards, cultivated according to the low Guyot training system, benefit from optimal exposure that favours balanced ripening of the bunches, allowing the authentic richness of this extraordinary corner of Piedmont to be found in the glass.
How it is produced
Production follows the tenets of traditional red winemaking, with the grapes harvested when slightly over-ripe to intensify the richness of the must. Subsequently, a maceration phase on the skins is carried out, which is essential for extracting colour and aromas. Ageing takes place entirely in steel tanks, a technical choice aimed at preserving the integrity and clarity of the fruit. Finally, the wine rests in the bottle at a controlled temperature, thus completing its evolution process before being ready for tasting.
History and curiosities
Born in the evocative territory of Astigiano, the Piemonte Rosso Fuori Catalogo 2024 from the Montalbera winery represents an authentic hymn to oenological excellence. This fascinating label has its roots in a solid and renowned tradition, standing out in the viticultural landscape for its character and its remarkable vocation to evolve over time as a magnificent long-lived red wine. As a testament to the superb level of quality achieved, this magnificent bottle has obtained the highly coveted and prestigious recognition of 90 Decanter points.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 2002
- Oenologist: Nino Falcone
- Bottles produced: 650.000
- Hectares: 130
In the mid-1980s, the Morando family began expanding their property by purchasing land in adjacent territories and planting it with new grapevines, prevalently Ruchè; they continue to grow their landholdings. Today, a continuous stretch of vineyard-covered land encircles the winery. The vineyards are planted entirely on hillsides, giving the vines different expositions and soil, from clay to limestone.
A unique aspect that has always distinguished Montalbera in the Piedmontese winemaking landscape is that the winery sits astride two of the region’s most important winemaking zones: the Monferrato and the Langhe. Read more
| Name | Montalbera Piemonte Rosso Fuori Catalogo 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Piemonte DOC |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 60% Barbera, 40% Ruchè |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Montalbera |
| Story | History and curiosities Born in the evocative territory of Astigiano, the Piemonte Rosso Fuori Catalogo 2024 from the Montalbera winery represents an authentic hymn to oenological excellence. This fascinating label has its roots in a solid and renowned tradition, standing out in the viticultural landscape for its character and its remarkable vocation to evolve over time as a magnificent long-lived red wine. As a testament to the superb level of quality achieved, this magnificent bottle has obtained the highly coveted and prestigious recognition of 90 Decanter points. |
| Origin | Castagnole Monferrato and Montemagno (Asti, Piedmont) |
| Soil composition | Clayey and calcareous soils |
| Cultivation system | Low Guyot with 8–10 buds on the fruiting cane |
| Production technique | Traditional red wine-making, with grapes harvested when slightly over-ripe and maceration on the skins; ageing in stainless steel followed by bottle ageing at a controlled temperature. |
| Wine making | Traditional red wine vinification, with grapes harvested when slightly over-ripe and maceration on the skins; ageing in steel followed by resting in the bottle at a controlled temperature. |
| Aging | In steel tanks and subsequently in bottles stored horizontally at a controlled temperature. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |