Barbera d'Asti 'Lavignone' Pico Maccario

Barbera d'Asti DOCG • Piedmont • Pico Maccario
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Pico Maccario
Region
Piedmont
Denomination
Barbera d'Asti DOCG
Alcohol
14%
Vinification
Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in stainless steel at controlled temperature
Aging
9 months in steel vats and 4 months in bottle
Grape varieties
Barbera 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This Barbera d'Asti DOCG stands as a benchmark for Piedmont's highest quality classification. Its 14% alcohol content underpins a rich, muscular structure. Crafted from Barbera 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. The palate shows depth and structure, with a finish that lingers pleasantly. The fruit is sourced from vineyards on sedimentary clay soils, rich in calcareous marls. Vinification: alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in stainless steel at controlled temperature. The wine is aged 9 months in steel vats and 4 months in bottle. A wine combining Piedmont's trademark power with finesse and complexity.

Food Pairings

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