Barbera d'Alba Superiore 'La Lena' Valter Bera

Barbera d'Alba DOC • Piedmont • Bera Valter
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Bera Valter
Region
Piedmont
Denomination
Barbera d'Alba DOC
Alcohol
15%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation in steel tanks at 25°-30°C
Aging
15 months in barrique and 6 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 15% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. 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 single vineyeards cultivated in 1972 with Guyot method, with south exposition, on clay and limestone soil. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation in steel tanks at 25°-30°C. The wine is aged 15 months in barrique and 6 months in bottle. A wine showcasing the fog-kissed hills of the Langhe.

Food Pairings

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

About Piedmont Wine Region

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

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