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RedAlbaDOC

Barbera d'Alba DOC

by Francesco Versio · Piedmont, Italy

AppellationAlbaDOC
TypeRed
GrapesBarbera
Alcohol14.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyFull-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Francesco VersioPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes are grown in the commune of La Morra at an altitude of 450 metres, on sandy-clay soils containing limestone and gypsum.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness, then fermented and macerated on the skins in wooden vats for 18 days.

Ageing

The wine matures for 10 months in Austrian oak barrels, followed by 12 months in bottle.