Barbera d'Asti DOCG Monte Colombo 2015 Marchesi di Gresy

Barbera d'Asti Monte Colombo is produced by Marchesi di Gresy in the main of their 4 estates, that of Martinenga. The other 3 are Monte Aribaldo, La Serra and Monte Colombo, all located in the Langhe or Monferrato and with an area of 45 hectares of vineyards.

The pure Barbera grapes are carefully selected by hand before proceeding with red vinification with maceration with emerged cap at controlled temperature and subsequent post-maceration with submerged cap for 10-20 days, during which repeated daily pumping over and periodic delestage are carried out . Aging takes place in French oak barrels for 12 months and then in Slavonian oak barrels for 18 months.

Ruby red in color, the nose reveals aromas of red fruit, raspberry and cherries in alcohol, as well as spicy and coffee notes. The sip is full and enveloping, of great freshness and elegance.

To be combined with tasty stuffed pasta with meat sauce and semi-mature cheeses.