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RedAstiDOCG

Barbera d'Asti DOCG

by Stefano Farina · Piedmont, Italy

AppellationAstiDOCG
TypeRed
GrapesBarbera
Alcohol13.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Stefano FarinaPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes are grown in Asti and Alessandria.

Vinification

The wine is made at the San Quirico winery in Diano d'Alba, near Alba. The grapes are harvested in early October as they ripen. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation take place at controlled temperatures.

Ageing

The wine rests in stainless-steel tanks for 4–6 months, followed by further maturation in bottle.

Label / history

The wine takes its name from Asti.