Campo del Gatto Barbera d'Alba DOCG

REGION: Piemonte

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“Campo del Gatto” (“field of cat”) is the oldest vineyard of our estate, with wines more than 70 years old. This fully south-facing vineyard is situated on a limestone-rich “spine,” where clay marl surface outcrops provide a harsher soil that tempers the variety’s natural vigor, responsible for a good structure & richness in color.

Color: ruby red

Nose: dark & enticing, with notes of black fruit, ripe prunes, cherry & a hint of spice

Flavor/Finish: full-bodied, with maraschino cherry & berry jam notes, with spiciness that emerges in the lingering aftertaste

Varietal: 100% Barbera

Food Pairing: roasted meats, grilled meats, mature cheeses

Process: aged 18 months in 500 liter French oak barrels

Serving Temperature: 65 °F

Alcohol: 14.5 %