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Barbera d’Alba Castlé DOC wine — Barale winery — Dionysus
RossiAlbaDOC

Barbera d’Alba Castlé DOC

di Barale · Piedmont, Italy

DenominazioneAlbaDOC
TipologiaRossi
UveBarbera
Alcohol14.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDark
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Keeps for1–3 years
Bottled in0.75 l
AgricolturaNatural wine ·VinNatur ↗
BaralePiedmont, Italy

Questo vino

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes come from vineyards in Monforte d'Alba. The vines grow on southwest-facing slopes at around 270 m above sea level, in calcareous, loamy soils. The exposure gives the grapes an ideal amount of sunshine, while the soils bring freshness and acidity.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested by hand and destemmed. Fermentation is spontaneous, with wild yeasts, in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. The wild yeasts give the wine a distinctive, terroir-driven character.

Ageing

The wine ages for 9 months in 500-litre oak barrels, becoming softer, more complex and deeper over time.

Tasting profile

Refined, with a balanced, engaging aroma. Expressive fruit and berry notes come together with hints of spice. The structure is soft and easy to enjoy. The wine captures the lively character of Barbera.

Vintage notes

The description names the 2023 vintage but gives no detail on its weather.