A. & G. Fantino 2019 Barbera d’Alba Superiore
What is it? Red wine made from the Barbera grape
Where is it from? The Piedmont region of Italy, and the appellation1 of Barbera d’Alba
What is the alcohol? 13.5%
When should I drink it? Now and through 2023
What foods should I serve with it? Roast chicken, pasta dishes
What does it cost? $26
Where can I buy it? Direct from Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant (Berkeley, California https://shop.kermitlynch.com/) and some small wine shops and natural food co-ops
How should I serve it? Room temperature; open 30 minutes before serving.
Eric describes it:
- Color: Medium-violet colored, with medium depth and a violet-pink edge.
- Aromatics: Complex nose of maraschino cherry, black olive, pink peppercorn, and herbs – sage and rosemary.
- Flavors and texture: Complex and great mouthfeel, with the black olive married beautifully with raspberry and cherry, supported by good acidity and moderate to medium tannins and a very long finish. Delicious!
1 Appellation A wine producing area that is legally recognized by a country. The definition of each appellation varies, but typically there are standards that must be adhered to for a wine to receive this designation. Common standards include the types of grapes grown in the area, vineyard practices, and how wine can be made.