Color Ruby red
Aroma Ripe damson, black cherry with a hint of spice.
Palate Ripe and generous on the palate, robust and full-flavoured with intense plum and sour cherry fruit.
Grape variety Barbera
Area The Monferrato hills in the South of the province of Asti, Piemonte. South West aspects at altitudes
Vineyards Piemonte low Guyot trellis. Planting density 4,000 - 4,500 vines/ha.
Food Match Duck in plum sauce... or rich beef stews, cassoulet or even belly of pork.
