Manufacturer: Banfi

L’ALTRA
BARBERA D’ASTI DOCG
GRAPE VARIETIES
Barbera 100%
PRODUCTION TECHNIQUE
After a short cold maceration (24 hours at 8-10 °C) follows the fermentation
with the skins, for 5-7 days at 24-degree temperature, with delicate pumping
to enhance the fruity aromas. During fermentation two "delestage" take place.
The malolactic fermentation is following, partly in barriques (never new)
and partly in steel.
DESCRIPTION
Color: deep ruby red.
Bouquet: fresh, fruity and complex at first impression, with notes of cherry and plum.
Taste: a full-bodied, well-balanced and dry wine, with sweet tannins and fresh acidity,
typical of the grape. The aftertaste is long, with notes of fruit.
WINEMAKER’S NOTES
Fresh and pleasant, this Barbera d’Asti has a good structure, which made it perfect
for any kind of occasion.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Ideal as an aperitif, it pairs with starters, pasta, game, cold cuts and cheese.