Massolino Barbera d'Alba 2023
This wine is deep purple in colour. On the nose, it is elegant with intense red fruit aromas - typical of Barbera. On the palate, it is refreshing and well-balanced with supple tannins and a long, fragrant finish.
Grapes for this wine are sourced from several vineyards in Serralunga d'Alba. The vines are Guyot-trained and are approximately 10 to 45 years old. The plant density ranges from 5,000 to 6,000 vines per hectare depending on the age of the vineyard. The vineyards are planted at 330 metres above sea level and soils are predominantly limestone.
The wine fermented for 10-12 days in stainless steel tanks, at temperatures between 31-33°C. The Barbera was then to left to mature for a short period of time. Bottling and release happened the in spring after the harvest.
| RRP | £28.49 |
| Bottle size | 75cl |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Alcoholic strength | 14% |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piemonte |
| Subregion | Roero |
| Grapes | Barbera 100% |
| Residual sugar (g/l) | 1.24 |
| Vegetarian | Yes |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Organic | No |
| Biodynamic | No |
| Closure | Screwcap |
| Winemaker | Franco and Roberto Massolino |
This 55-hectare estate has been in the Massolino family since 1896. Winemaker Franco Massolino has done a wonderful job of marrying change with respect for tradition, setting Massolino apart from many of the younger producers in Barolo today. The vineyards, with vines up to 60 years old, are in the commune of Serralunga d’Alba: the source of some of the greatest, most structured and longest-lived Barolos.
