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San Michele

2005 Barbera D'alba 100% Barbera

Malvira San Michele, a captivating red wine from the esteemed Barbera D'Alba region, showcases the remarkable qualities of 100% Barbera in its 2005 vintage. The wine presents a brilliant ruby hue, inviting you to explore its vibrant character. On the palate, this wine is medium-bodied, delivering a delightful balance between fruitiness and acidity. With its lively acidity, Malvira San Michele offers an invigorating freshness that lifts the rich, juicy notes of dark cherry and plum. The tannins are medium, providing a soft yet structured mouthfeel that complements the fruit's intensity. This wine finishes dry, leaving a lingering impression that encourages another sip as its complexity continues to unfold. Malvira San Michele is an excellent choice for food pairings, enhancing a wide range of dishes with its approachable elegance.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Plum

Plum

Baking Spice

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
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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