Barbera d'Alba

2013 Barbera D'alba Red Blend

The Pio Cesare Barbera d'Alba 2013 is a captivating red blend hailing from the renowned Barbera d'Alba region, celebrated for its exceptional winegrowing conditions. This vintage boasts a medium-bodied structure, offering a delightful balance between its lively acidity and well-integrated tannins, creating an elegant mouthfeel that lingers on the palate. The wine showcases a prominent fruit intensity, revealing notes of ripe blackberries and juicy cherries, complemented by subtle hints of spice and earthiness that reflect the terroir of the region. Enjoy this wine alongside hearty dishes or as a delightful companion for a cozy evening, as it embodies the vibrant essence of the Barbera grape.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Leather

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Italy

While France takes the crown for the most famous wines styles and grape varieties, Italy is where wine was first perfected. The ancient Greeks called it Oenotria—"land of the vines"—and the Roman Empire advanced grape growing and winemaking to a level of quality we still enjoy today. But behind Italy's best-known wines, such as Chianti, Barolo and prosecco, there's an almost endless diversity of delights awaiting the intrepid explorer. The key to understanding Italian wine is regionality and (of course) food. From the aromatic and sparkling whites of the north to Sicily's rich and spicy reds, Italy offers wine lovers a lifetime of gastronomic treats.

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