La Martina

Asti Barbera

Introducing the delightful Crotin La Martina, a red Barbera from the celebrated Asti region in Italy. This wine is a true testament to the rich winemaking traditions of its terroir. It has a beautifully balanced medium body that is both light enough to sip on its own and robust enough to pair with a variety of meals. The high acidity is lively and mouthwatering, making each sip incredibly refreshing, while the medium tannins provide a nice structure without being overly assertive. You'll be enchanted by the pronounced fruit intensity, with vibrant notes of red cherries and plums dancing on your palate. This Barbera is dry yet remarkably fruit-forward, making it an accessible yet complex wine for both novices and seasoned connoisseurs. Its accolades and the storied vineyards from which it hails ensure that Crotin La Martina will leave an indelible impression on your taste journey. Cheers to exploring the exceptional expressions of Asti!

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Plum

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

Pairs well with:

Pasta with Tomato-Based Sauce, Lasagna, Pasta Marinara

Region:

Asti

While this small area in Italy's Piedmont region produces some fantastically fruit-forward reds, it is sparkling wine that Asti is most famous for, and the region is responsible for some of Italy's best-selling wines. Lightly sparkling, sweet and with juicy fruit flavors, this popular bubbly experienced a popularity boom in the early part of the 21st century. A new generation fell in love with this delicate fizz with pronounced flavors of ripe peach, white grape juice and elderflower. Because most Moscato d'Asti is fairly low in alcohol at around 7 percent, it can serve as a playful and light option for pre-dinner toasts. The DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) classification is the top tier for Italian wine classifications. It controls production methods and wine quality. Strict rules oversee the production of DOCG designated wines, including allowed varietals, winemaking procedures, barrel and bottle aging methods, grape ripeness and limits on grape yields during harvest. DOCG wines are also required to be officially tasted. DOCG bottles have numbered government seals across the neck of the bottle to prevent forgery.

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