Barbera d'Alba DOC
Superiore
Fruity, full-bodied, with a balanced and elegant texture.
TASTING NOTES
The nose opens up a wide range of perfumes, from red to orange fruit, as promise of an enjoyable drink.
On the palate, the body is surprising, high alcohol content but not annoying, the elegant accents of a noble variety who became a vine. In Barbera Superiore La Roncaglia we find a wine that can withstand the most prestigious dishes and to accompany even special occasions.
VINEYARD
The vineyard is located in the municipality of La Morra, in the site of Roncaglia, at an altitude of 280 meters above sea level, facing southeast. The soil, composed of calcareous marl Miocene light gray, is frank and highly alkaline. The vineyard was planted in 2001. The plantation system is Guyot, vineyard grid 0,90 x 2,40 m. Average production 7000 kg / Ha.
VINIFICATION
Selection of the grapes in the vineyard, fermentation, and maceration for 6-8 days in stainless steel tanks, temperature controlled, with automatic pumping over and punching system, at 28 ° - 30 °. Malolactic fermentation follows in November.
AGEING
Ageing minimum: 12 months in 400 lt French barrels (tonneaux) of first use.