Notes of: Leather

Notes of: Clove

Notes of: Licorice

Notes of: Vanilla

Notes of: Blackberry

Notes of: Cherry

Massolino

Massolino Barbera d'Alba

Italy, Piemonte

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

3.9

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Massolino Barbera d'Alba is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Massolino winery in the Piedmont region of Italy. The wine is made from Barbera grapes grown in the Alba appellation, which is 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 to enhance the wine's complexity and depth. The resulting wine is a rich and full-bodied expression of Barbera, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of oak.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Massolino Barbera d'Alba displays aromas of black cherry and toasted almond, with subtle notes of clove and tobacco.On the palate, it is medium-bodied and well-balanced, with a pleasant core of bright red fruit and well-integrated tannins. The finish is long and persistent, with a hint of smoke. Drink now or cellar for up to ten years.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Generous

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Silky

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Barbera

ORIGINS

Winery: Massolino

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

0 Review