Armando Parusso
Barbera D'Alba Ornati 2024
| Denomination | DOC Barbera d'Alba |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Barbera |
| Aging | Ageing for at least 4 months in small oak barrels, in contact with its own lees |
- Identity: Still red wine DOC from Monforte d’Alba (Piedmont), 13% vol
- Aromatic profile: Notes of blackberry, raspberry and black cherry with light hints of vanilla
- Palate: Full-bodied flavour, fresh and savoury, with velvety tannins and a persistent finish
- Production: Hand-harvested, spontaneous maceration and fermentation with indigenous yeasts
- Ageing: Matured for 4 months in small oak barrels; ideal with roasts and cheeses
Description
What type of wine it is
Barbera d’Alba Ornati by Parusso is a still red wine with a Denominazione di Origine Controllata from Piedmont, produced from Barbera grapes and aged in small oak barrels. The flavour profile is full and vigorous, offering a clear balance between acidity, freshness, and savouriness, with velvety tannins that accompany the sip towards a persistent and well-structured finish. From an aromatic perspective, defined notes of blackberry, raspberry, and black cherry emerge, enriched by delicate vanilla nuances. This red pairs harmoniously with roast meats, game dishes, and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
It originates in Monforte d’Alba, in the heart of the famous Barbera d’Alba area in Piedmont. The vines grow at an altitude of 370 metres with a favourable south-facing exposure, ensuring excellent ripening. The terroir is distinguished by marly sandstone soil, which is fundamental for providing structure and a decisive acidic backbone. Parusso cultivates these plots by strictly applying biodynamic viticulture, so as to provide a faithful reflection of the ecosystem and the deep bond with the land of origin.
How it is produced
The process begins with scrupulous hand-harvesting to preserve the integrity of the bunches. This is followed by soft pressing and a long maceration on the skins, aimed at extracting colour and phenolic components. Alcoholic fermentation starts spontaneously through the exclusive action of indigenous yeasts. Resting for at least four months in small oak barrels, in contact with the lees, enriches the palate, defining the taste texture and complex aromatic precision.
History and curious facts
Barbera d’Alba Ornati is born in Monforte d’Alba from the passion of the Parusso family. Under the guidance of oenologist Marco Parusso, the estate follows the principles of rigorous biodynamic viticulture to enhance the vineyards cultivated at an altitude of 370 metres on prized marly sandstone soils. In the cellar, spontaneous fermentation and four months of ageing in small oak barrels give life to an authentic artisanal masterpiece, awarded 95 points by James Suckling for the 2023 vintage.
Awards
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2024
88/100
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Tasting notes
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Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1985
- Oenologist: Marco Parusso
- Bottles produced: 150.000
- Hectares: 28
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| Name | Parusso Barbera D'Alba Ornati 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Barbera d'Alba DOC |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Barbera |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Armando Parusso |
| Story | History and curious facts Barbera d’Alba Ornati is born in Monforte d’Alba from the passion of the Parusso family. Under the guidance of oenologist Marco Parusso, the estate follows the principles of rigorous biodynamic viticulture to enhance the vineyards cultivated at an altitude of 370 metres on prized marly sandstone soils. In the cellar, spontaneous fermentation and four months of ageing in small oak barrels give life to an authentic artisanal masterpiece, awarded 95 points by James Suckling for the 2023 vintage. |
| Origin | Monforte d'Alba |
| Climate | Altitude 370 m above sea level; southern exposure |
| Soil composition | Marly sandstone |
| Cultivation system | Screw cap |
| Plants per hectare | 5,000 plants per hectare |
| Production technique | Hand-harvested in small perforated baskets; gentle pressing; long maceration on the skins; spontaneous alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts; ageing in small oak barrels for at least 4 months in contact with the lees. |
| Wine making | After gentle pressing, long maceration on the skins; spontaneous alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts without the use of sulphites; ageing for at least 4 months in small oak barrels in contact with its own lees. |
| Aging | Ageing for at least 4 months in small oak barrels, in contact with its own lees |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |