I Tre Vescovi Barbera d‘Asti Superiore

Producer:
Vinchio Vaglio Serra
Region:
Piemonte
Grape:
Barbera (100%)
Classification:
DOCG Superiore
Vintage:
2016
Capacity:
0.75 l

Dry red wine of the autochthonous Barbera d’Asti of Piedmont. The name Tre Vescovi - Three Bishops refers to the meeting place of the bishops of Asti, Alessandria and Acqui Terme on one of the hills, which today belongs to the vineyards of the Cooperative. Anyone who had the pleasure to try this Barbera, certainly confirms its bouquet and a great pleasure to savour. It is a hit among our Barberas. The wine belongs to the category ‘Superiore‘ that is charecterized by higher flavor qualities and alcohol level thanks to the careful selection of grapes and ageing for a minimum of 12 months of which 7 in oak barrel.

Details

Color: ruby red, intense.
Aroma: notes of plum, ripe cherry, forest litter, soft vanilla.
Flavor: harmonious, full.
Food matching: very good for dishes based on meat and mushroom sauces; roast stewed and grilled meats, venison, seasoned and blue cheeses, cheese with herbs.
Serving temperature: 18°C.
Alcohol content: 13.5%.

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