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Boeri Barbera D’Asti DOCG, Piedmont, Italy

Boeri Barbera d'Asti DOCG

Vineyard

Bricco Quaglia in the hills in Bionzo, a small hamlet of Costigliole d’Asti.

Grape variety

Barbera 100%

Vine age

8 – 10 years

Soil

calcareous base, mixed clay

Aging

In stainless steel vessels at controlled temperature for 8 to 9 months

Tasting notes:

Color

intense ruby red, tends to acquire brownish hues with aging

Bouquet

intense bouquet when young, with pronounced spicy notes

Palate

Pronounced cherry and plum, with aging acquires notes of rich marmalades; a full and harmonious wine.

Alcohol content

13°

Serve at

16-18° C

Aging potential

3 – 5