Barbera d’Asti Superiore DOCG 2022

Roberto Voerzio | Piedmont
Az. Agr. Roberto Voerzio | Loc. Cerreto, 7 | IT 12064 La Morra

05454322 · 0,75 l · 38,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

It was no coincidence, but opportunity, that Roberto Voerzio embarked on a new adventure in Monferrato a few years ago. As the latest addition to his exquisite collection, he put himself to the test as a passionate Barbera lover by acquiring some plots of land near Canelli and Nizza Monferrato. These are vineyards that are around 35 years old with clay and limestone soil, which gives the wine complexity and minerality. The old planting was then greatly reduced according to his modus operandi: to 3,500 to 8,000 vines per hectare with a production of less than 1 kg (!) per plant. Fermentation and maceration take place in steel tanks using indigenous yeasts, malolactic fermentation and ageing take place in barriques (70% used) for 12 months and then in steel tanks for a few months before bottling without filtration.

The complexity of the flavours ranges from ripe red fruits to notes of spices and vanilla. On the palate it is straightforward and shows a good structure, very lively for the acidity, deep and concentrated in flavour. In a few years it will be in full splendour, reflecting Roberto's passion and rigorous work in every aspect. Only 2,000 bottles are filled per vintage. SUPERIORE.DE

"It opens with bright cranberry and raspberry fruit and high-toned aromatics, layered with vanilla bean character and positively bracing, soaring tannins that etch the palate. The wine is lean, mean, bright and expressive, with crunchy acid tension that emerges after a tussle with those robust tannins. Give this a proper decant and enjoy it alongside any Italian dish you desire." Decanter