Hilberg Pasquero – Barbera d’Alba
Producer: |
Hilberg |
Wine: |
Barbera d’Alba |
Grape Variety: |
100% Barbera |
Production Zone: |
Bricco Gatti Cru |
Altitude: |
780 feet above sea level |
Surface Area/Yield: |
2.4 acres/ 0.75 tons per acre |
Exposure: |
South, Southwest |
Soil: |
Limestone and white clay marl |
Vinification & Aging: |
A 5-6 day Fermentation period in open-top tanks. The wine aged in stainless steel tanks for 12 months followed by 8 months in the bottle. |
Production: |
300 cases |
Alcohol: |
13.5% |
Description: |
Intense ruby red in color. Ripe fruit aromas of raspberry and black cherry. Bright with fresh acidity, making the wine stunningly quaffable. |
Food Pairing: |
Red meats and pasta. |
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