Barbera d'Asti 'La Bigia' Luigi Spertino

Barbera d'Asti DOCG • Piedmont • Spertino Luigi
Category
Red Wines
Region
Piedmont
Denomination
Barbera d'Asti DOCG
Alcohol
16%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts with 8-day maceration on the skins
Aging
18 months in Slavonian oak barrels
Grape varieties
Barbera 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This Barbera d'Asti DOCG stands as a benchmark for Piedmont's highest quality classification. With 16% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. Crafted from Barbera 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. Expect layered dark fruit aromas, firm tannins and a long, satisfying finish. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts with 8-day maceration on the skins. The wine is aged 18 months in Slavonian oak barrels. A wine combining Piedmont's trademark power with finesse and complexity.

Food Pairings

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

About Piedmont Wine Region

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

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