Barbera d'Alba 'Bricco del Cuculo' Castello di Verduno

Barbera d'Alba DOC • Piedmont • Castello di Verduno
Category
Red Wines
Region
Piedmont
Denomination
Barbera d'Alba DOC
Alcohol
13.5%
Vinification
Grapes are harvested by hand and maceration for 15 days in stainless steel tanks. Only indigenous yeasts
Aging
14 months in oak casks, 8 months steel containers and 4 months in bottle
Grape varieties
Barbera 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

A fine example of Piedmont winemaking, this Barbera d'Alba DOC reflects generations of local expertise. With 13.5% alcohol, it strikes a confident balance between body and freshness. Crafted from Barbera 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards in Barbaresco, Bricco del Cuculo (270 m. slm), on limestone and clay soil with exposition to East, South and West. Vinification: grapes are harvested by hand and maceration for 15 days in stainless steel tanks. Only indigenous yeasts. The wine is aged 14 months in oak casks, 8 months steel containers and 4 months in bottle. A wine true to Piedmont tradition, built for age-worthy elegance.

Food Pairings

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

About Piedmont Wine Region

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

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