Barbera d’Asti Sanbastiàn, Dacapo

BARBERA D’ASTI SANBASTIÀN

D.O.C.G.

Tendril

Barbera d’Asti 100%

Surface of the vineyards

1.0 Ha

Soil

calcareous, clayish and slightly sandy

Vineyards

the vineyards are located in Agliano Terme, grown in guyot system, exposition South, South-East, altitude from 220 to 250 mt. a.s.l.

Harvest

grape thinning in July/August . Handcrafted harvest in small boxes in October

Wine making process

after destemming and pressing, skin maceration process follows for 10 days. Fermentation is at controlled temperature (27/28°C) with addition of selected yeasts. The marc is separated from the wine which is placed in steel tank, where the malolactic fermentation at controlled temperature takes place (20°C). The wine is then left to decant till the following spring and finally bottled in early summer. Then it will remain to age in bottle for six months before distribution

Characteristics

bright ruby red colour with purple reflections, elegant with hints raspberry, blackberry and strawberry. Very fruity and fresh, it is well balanced between acidity and tannin, with a good and pleasant structure. Good persistence and vinous finish

Tasting temperatures

14/16 °C

Food arrangements

it matches perfectly with a risotto, agnolotti, pasta, braised beef and cheese