Barbera d’Alba Superiore
SCHEDA TECNICA
BARBERA d’ALBA
It is produced with strictly selected Barbera grapes coming from vineyards of the GalIina” nearby the village of Neive, a very special area famous for the richness and complexity of its wines. Vineyards towards south. Yield of wine: 600 – 650 litres/hectares.
WINEMAKING
Fermentation takes place in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks for 8 – 12 days of maceration.
REFINING
The aging takes place in oak barrels containing 2500 litres and lasts for 20 months. Bottle aging lasts for 4 – 6 months.
FEATURES
It has an intense ruby colour with a tendency to pomegranate. It continues with a hint of fruits, strawberries, cherries and sweet cocoa. From the beginning the flavour is full-bodied but delicate at the same time.
SERVING AND PAIRING
Good with several dishes: first courses, roasted and boiled meat, seasoned and spicy cheese. The proper wine for meditation after a resonable maturation. To be served at the temperature of 63/64 °F.
| YEAR | REVIEWS | ALCOHOL | IN EVIDENCE | AVAILABLE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Barbera d'Alba Superiore 2015 | 13,5% | The Wine Advocate 90 | yes |
| 2014 | Barbera d'Alba Superiore 2014 | 13,5% | Wine Surf 3/5 The Wine Advocate 87 Wine Enthusiast 90 | yes |
| 2013 | Barbera d'Alba Vigna Gallina 2013 | 13,5% | yes | |
| 2012 | Barbera d'Alba Superiore 2012 | 15% | no | |
| 2011 | Barbera d'Alba Vigna Gallina 2011 | 13,5% | no | |
| 2011 | Barbera d'Alba Superiore 2011 | 15% | no | |
| 2010 | Barbera d'Alba Superiore 2010 | 14% | no | |
| 2009 | Barbera d'Alba Superiore 2009 | 14% | no | |
| 2008 | Barbera d'Alba Superiore 2008 | 14% | no | |
| 2007 | Barbera d'Alba Superiore 2007 | 14% | no | |
| 2006 | Barbera d'Alba Superiore 2006 | 14,5% | no | |
| 2005 | Barbera d'Alba Superiore 2005 | 22% | no | |
| 2001 | Barbera d'Alba Superiore 2001 | 22% | no |