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Borgogno Barbera d'Alba Superiore

Name: Borgogno Barbera d'Alba Superiore
Brand: Borgogno
Price: 41 USD
Rating: 4 (0 reviews)

Italy, Piemonte

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

3.9

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WINE DESCRIPTION

Borgogno Barbera d'Alba Superiore is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Borgogno winery in the Piedmont region of Italy. The wine is made from Barbera grapes grown in the Alba appellation, known for its ideal vineyard features such as the hilly terrain and the calcareous soil. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels for a minimum of 12 months. The resulting wine is a full-bodied and complex expression of Barbera, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of oak. This wine is a perfect choice for those seeking a high-quality Italian red wine with a rich and elegant character.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Borgogno Barbera d'Alba Superiore is an intense and complex wine, boasting aromas of red fruit, earth, and spices.On the palate, it is medium-bodied and well-structured, with a juicy acidity, firm tannins, and a long finish. It has a delicate balance between ripe fruit and earthy notes, and is a great accompaniment to Italian cuisine.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

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Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Bold

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grainy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Barbera

ORIGINS

Winery: Borgogno

Region: Piemonte

Piemonte, located in the northwest of Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. It is home to some of the most iconic wines, such as Barolo and Barbaresco, and is renowned for its stunning landscapes and centuries-old winemaking traditions. It is also home to the world famous sparkling wine Moscato d’Asti. The history of winemaking in Piemonte dates back to the ancient Romans, who planted the first vines in the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of some of the world's finest wines. The region's winemaking industry was revolutionized by the introduction of the modern winemaking techniques of the French. This led to the emergence of some of the most iconic wines of the region, such as Barolo and Barbaresco.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.9

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