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Barbera at its finest from a small organic estate in the hills between Il Cascinone and d'Annona, in the south of the Nizza zone - a DOCG in its own right since 2014. An exceptional first vintage!
Production
The Barbera grapes are organically-cultivated, harvested and then fermented in stainless steel. After 12-13 days 750 kg of dried grapes (dried on “fruttaio” for 15 days) are added - to prolong the total fermentation and maceration to 19/20 days. The wine then spends 18 months in oak - 90% in barriques (15% new) and the remainder aged in a single tonneaux.
Cascina Nuova Nizza [Organic] 2019 (6 bottles case)
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Tasting notes
Vibrant cherry and berry aromas with lightly toasty, spicy notes. The palate is refined but not too polished, with ample fresh and juicy black cherry and damson fruit, backed by Barbera's hallmark racy acidity and an attractively wild edge.
Food match
Pairs well with pork and salami dishes, or try a mushroom risotto or pizza with truffle oil.
Info
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ABV
15%
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CASE/BOTTLE SIZE
6 x 75cl
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REGION/COUNTRY
PIEMONTE, ITALY
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GRAPE
BARBERA 100%
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FEATURES
VEGETARIAN, VEGAN, ORGANIC, SUSTAINABLE
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CLOSURE
CORK
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WINEMAKER
CARLO MANERA
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APPELLATION
DOCG NIZZA
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ALLERGEN INFO
CONTAINS SULPHITES AND NO OTHER ALLERGENS
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Meet the producer
Il Cascinone was acquired by leading Piemonte producer Araldica in 1999 - an exceptional estate in the Monferrato hills which has undergone extensive restoration and replanting. Now around 70ha of the total 102ha are in full production, with the warmer, southwest-facing slopes used to grow Barbera, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon - whilst the northeast slopes are ideal for more aromatic varieties Brachetto and Moscato, along with Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir.
The 'Il Cascinone' range (and part of the Alasia range) is produced with grapes sourced from Araldica’s most prized vineyards, both on the estate itself and from other selected sites. This includes the further d'Annona vineyard in the village of Fontanile - purchased by Claudio Manera in 1998. This south-west facing vineyard is a source of premium quality Barbera, from vines over 60 years old. Grapes from d'Annona are brought to Il Cascinone for vinification.
All harvesting at Il Cascinone and d'Annona is by hand. The Araldica winemaking team of Claudio Manera, Lella Burdese and Carlo Manera oversee all production.