Casata Monticello - Barbera D'Asti Superiore 2021
- Producer Casata Monticello
- Blend 100% Barbera
- Country Italy
- Region Piemonte
- Appellation Barbera D'Asti
- UPC 0 15643 24526 8
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Item# 82062-21
James Suckling
90pt
Estate
The Neirano cellars belong to the Sperone family, which is being engaged in the wine production for 4 generations. Paolo and Antonio lead the company at the moment, with the help of Antonio's daughter and son: Francesca and Andrea. Tenute Neirano is located in Monferrato, Piedmont. With 30 hectares of owned vineyards, Neirano has always developed the production and sale of a very high quality line of Piedmont wines, with extreme care in grapes selection, vinification methods and bottling technology. Today, the Sperone-Neirano group has become one of the major italian wine producers, as evidenced in the following international awards: Decanter wine awards, IWC, IWSC, Mundus Vini. Neirano is proud to have an internationally certified production system (IFS).
Tasting notes
Ruby red with 13% alcohol content. Substantial body and structure, moderately tannic, gentle and persistent on the palate.
Ageing
One year in small oak casks. Further six months in bottle.
Food pairing
Strong flavoured meats and cheeses.
Vinification
Traditional with frequent mixing of the skins.
