Vigna del CuculoBarbera d'Alba Superiore Doc
Cavallotto
Barbera grapes are grown in the Vigna del Cuculo vineyard, from which the wine takes its name, which is part of the Bricco Boschis cru. The 60-plus-year-old vineyard stands on limestone marl soils and has a southwest and west exposure in the municipality of Castiglione Falletto.
34.50 €31.90 €
Aromatic notes
Red-purple. Red fruit, jam, spices, herbs. Soft, balanced, savory, firm.
Pairings
Rare red meats, Braised red meats, Game and offal, Mushrooms and truffles, Meditation wines.
Recommended with: Petto d'anatra all'arancia, Risotto ai porcini, Finanziera, Vitello brasato su crema di castagne
Structure
Colour: Red
Fizziness: Still
Sweetness: Dry
Grape varieties: Barbera 100%
Alcohol: 14.50%
Volume: 0.75 l
Vinification parameters
Early September
Fermentation in concrete tanks with semi-submerged cap maceration for 12-18 days at a controlled temperature of 29°C. Malolactic fermentation in cement tanks. Aging for 24 months in 20-30-50 hl Slavonian oak barrels, then in bottle for at least 6 months.
60 mg/l
Guide ratings
REVIEWED
REVIEWED
Micro wine-growing area
La Morra
Vineyard
Limestone marl and sand veins
60 years old
1.87 ha
Guyot
5000 strains per hectare
49 hl
Origin
Piedmont
Langhe e Roero
La Morra
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Cavallotto
Barbera d'Alba Superiore Doc
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