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

Barbera d’Alba Castlé DOC

by Barale · Piedmont, Italy

Appellation
Barbera d’AlbaDOC
Type
Red
Grapes
Barbera
Alcohol
14.5%
Sweetness
Dry
Colour
Red
Colour depth
Dark
Body
Medium-bodied
Serve at
16–18 °C
Keeps for
1–3 years
Bottled in
0.75 l
Farming
Natural wine ·VinNatur ↗
BaralePiedmont, Italy

About this wine

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.