Barbera d'Asti Superiore 2022
medium-to-full-bodied red · Araldica Castelvero s.c.a.
Vintage: 2022
Type
medium-to-full-bodied red
Producer
Araldica Castelvero s.c.a.
Country
Italy
Vintage
2022
Region & Appellation
Piedmont, Barbera d'Asti Superiore DOCG
Grape Varieties
100% Barbera
Color & Appearance
Deep ruby red with vibrant purple highlights and medium-high viscosity, indicating concentration and youthfulness
Aroma Profile
Intense notes of wild plum, ripe sour cherry, subtle savory undertones, and toasted oak with hints of sweet spice
Tasting Notes
A generous and structured palate offering lush dark fruit flavors balanced by bracing, natural acidity, evolving into a warming, savory, and moderately long finish
Flavor Profile
Wild plum, fresh black cherry, earthy undertones, savory notes, and subtle smoky oak nuances
Body & Texture
Medium-plus body with a velvety, supple mouthfeel rounded out by gentle tannins and a fresh, lively backbone
Acidity & Tannins
High, refreshing acidity characteristic of the Barbera grape, paired with low to medium, fine-grained, and well-integrated tannins
Sweetness Level
Dry
Alcohol Content
14.5% ABV
Aging & Oak
Prolonged aging in oak casks providing complex secondary notes of toast, smoke, and spice without overshadowing the fruit
Food Pairings
Ideal with classic Piedmontese dishes like tajarin pasta with meat ragù, roasted or braised red meats, wild boar, and aged hard cheeses such as Parmigiano-Reggiano
Serving Suggestions
Serve at 16-18°C in a universal red wine glass; brief decanting of 30 minutes recommended to open up the aromas
Price Range
$15 - $25
Quality Assessment
90 points, offering exceptional value for a Superiore DOCG with reliable consistency and broad consumer appeal
Production Methods
Fermented in stainless steel tanks followed by extended maturation in oak casks and stringent adherence to SQNPI sustainable agricultural standards
Terroir
Monferrato hills in Piedmont featuring calcareous-clay soils, moderate continental climate, and warm summer sun ensuring optimal phenolic ripeness
History & Heritage
Araldica is a prominent cooperative based in Castel Boglione, instrumental in championing the quality and accessibility of Piedmontese wines globally since its founding in 1954
Interesting Facts
The bottle proudly bears the SQNPI (National Quality System for Integrated Production) bee symbol, highlighting environmentally conscious farming practices in the vineyard
Cellaring Potential
Enjoyable in its youth for its vibrant fruit, but can cellar gracefully through 2028-2030 to develop further tertiary complexity
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