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Barbera d'Alba

Giuseppe Cortese

Barbera d'Alba · Italy

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Barbera
Country
Italy
Region
Barbera d'Alba
Appellation
Barbera d'Alba
Body
medium
Acidity
high
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

roasted meats · pasta with tomato sauce · aged cheeses · cured meats

Rated vintages

  • 2020

  • 2019

  • 2018

  • 2017

  • 2016

  • 2015

  • 201489 pts

    Bright and silky, this offers aromas of damp earth, leafy underbrush, chopped mint and wild berry. On the fresh palate, zesty acidity accompanies tart cherry, red raspberry, white pepper, clove, licorice and orange peel.

  • 2013

  • 201289 pts

    Aromas of spicy plum and black cherry lead the nose. On the fresh, savory palate, accents of white pepper and clove add depth to layers of ripe, red berry. Supple tannins support the juicy fruit flavors.

  • 2011