Ottone 1 Barbera

REGION: Piemonte

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Ottone I recalls the name of Emperor Otto I of Saxony, one of the protagonists of the legend of Aleramo on the origin of the territory of Monferrato. It is vinified in steel to express the typicality of the grape variety & marked notes of red fruit that enhance its pleasantness.

Color: deep, bright ruby red

Nose: ripe fruits, with hints of plum

Flavor/Finish: black cherry; dry & fresh, with a good structure, yet pleasantly delicate to the palate

Varietal: 100% Barbera

Food Pairing: cold meats, pastas, BBQ, chilled with salads

Process: stainless steel casks

Serving Temperature: 61 - 65 °F

Alcohol: 13.0%

Awards:

2014: SILVER, IWSC BRONZE, Texsom International Wine Award 2013: BRONZE, Decanter