Barbera d'Alba 'Bricco dei Merli' Elvio Cogno

Barbera d'Alba DOC • Piedmont • Cogno Elvio
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Cogno Elvio
Region
Piedmont
Denomination
Barbera d'Alba DOC
Alcohol
15%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts in steel vats, 60 days on the yeasts
Aging
12 months in Slavonian oak casks, 6 months in bottle
Grape varieties
Barbera 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This Barbera d'Alba DOC captures the distinctive personality of Piedmont terroir. At 15% alcohol, it delivers real concentration and power on the palate. Crafted from Barbera 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. Expect layered dark fruit aromas, firm tannins and a long, satisfying finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards site at 300 meters above sea level. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts in steel vats, 60 days on the yeasts. The wine is aged 12 months in Slavonian oak casks, 6 months in bottle. A wine combining Piedmont's trademark power with finesse and complexity.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese

About Piedmont Wine Region

Piedmont is renowned worldwide for Barolo and Barbaresco, its two great Nebbiolo-based expressions.

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