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Virtus Langhe DOC wine — Marchesi Gresy winery — Dionysus
RedLangheDOC

Virtus Langhe DOC

by Marchesi Gresy · Sicily, Italy

AppellationLangheDOC
TypeRed
GrapesBarbera, Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol14.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyFull-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Marchesi GresySicily, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The Barbera and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grow in the heart of the Barbaresco region, where the remains of Emperor Publio Elvio Pertinas were discovered.

Vinification

Traditional vinification includes 20 days of maceration, alcoholic fermentation and malolactic fermentation.

Ageing

The wine matures for 28 months in French oak barrels, followed by 22 months in bottle.

Label / history

Annual production is 8,600 bottles.