About this wine
Vineyard and terroir
The Nizza area is distinguished by loam soils veined with sand. These conditions support Barbera’s aromatic character and freshness.
Grapes
100% Barbera.
Vinification
For the 2023 vintage, the freshly harvested grapes were brought to the cellar, destemmed and gently crushed. Skin maceration lasted 6 days at no more than 28 °C. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation were completed by the beginning of winter.
Ageing
The wine matured for 12 months in second- and third-fill barriques before bottling.
Tasting profile
Intense ruby red with dark highlights. Rich plum aromas are joined by violet, cocoa and liquorice. The palate is full-bodied, harmonious and supple, with bright acidity sustaining a fresh, long and persistent finish.
Vintage notes
The 2023 season was hot and dry until mid-May, when abundant rainfall arrived, particularly around Alba. Temperatures returned to seasonal norms in early July, accompanied by several summer storms. Yields were reduced, but grape quality and ripening were not adversely affected. Harvest ran from September 5 to September 22.
