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Barbera d’Alba Ape Reale DOC wine — Bel Colle winery — Dionysus
RedAlbaDOC

Barbera d’Alba Ape Reale DOC

by Bel Colle · Piedmont, Italy

AppellationAlbaDOC
TypeRed
GrapesBarbera
Alcohol13.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDark
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at18–20 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Bel CollePiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vinification

The Barbera grapes are harvested by hand and carefully sorted. The must ferments at a controlled temperature before pressing. Oenologist Paolo Torchio oversees fermentation and bottling.

Ageing

The wine matures for eight months in oak barrels, followed by several additional months in bottle.

Tasting profile

Harmonious and well-balanced.