IT-RIP-03-17
Barbera d'Asti 'Ca di Pian', La Spinetta
- 100% Barbera sourced from 23 ha. of younger vines grown in two sites: Castagnole and Costigliole where the Bionzo vineyard is located
- 6-20-year-old vines
- Calcareous soil
- 300 meters elevation
- Southern exposure
- Harvested during the last week of September to early October
- Fermentation maceration for 6 or 7 days
- Aged 12 months in a mix of new and old, medium toasted, French oak barrique, plus two months in bottle
- 5,800 cases produced annually
Producer:
Vintage:
2017
Country:
Italy
Region:
Piedmont
Appellation:
Barbera d'Asti
Variety:
Barbera
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Sustainable
Sizes Available: |
SKU | Case Size | Bottle Size |
| Full Bottle | IT-RIP-03-17 | 12 | 750 |
| Half Bottle | IT-RIP-03-17H | 24 | 375 |
Press & Reviews
James Suckling
Score:
91
Date:
2020-12-08
Review:
A serious red with blackberry and some plum undertones. Dried mushroom, too. It’s full and slightly chewy with a flavorful finish. Drink now.
