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Giacomo Conterno - Vigna Francia - Barbera d’Alba DOC
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Vivid ruby with purple highlights, this Barbera opens with intense aromas of ripe black cherry, plum, and violet, underscored by hints of dark chocolate, espresso, and a subtle earthy minerality. On the palate, the wine is richly textured with Barbera's characteristic bright acidity beautifully integrated alongside concentrated dark fruit, balsamic nuance, and supple tannins. The finish is long, persistent, and pleasantly fresh with a lingering spice and fruit-driven warmth.
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Provenance
- Type
- Red
- Producer
- Giacomo Conterno
- Country
- Italy
- Appellation
- Barbera d’Alba DOC
- Region
- Piedmont
Technical
- Vintage
- Grapes
- ABV
- Size
- Ageing
- Serving
- 16 - 18°C
- Drinking window
Food pairings
Key characteristics
About this wine
Giacomo Conterno makes this Barbera d'Alba DOC, labelled Vigna Francia, from Barbera grapes grown in the Alba zone of Piedmont. The appellation sits within one of Italy's most respected red-wine regions, though Barbera is prized for its brightness and acidity rather than the tannic backbone of Nebbiolo.
Expect deep morello cherry and plum fruit, a savoury undertow and the racy acidity that makes Barbera such a natural at table. Serve at 16-18°C alongside venison, pasta dishes, pork, poultry or grilled meats, a wine built for the galley as much as the cellar.
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Behind the bottle
Region
Piedmont
Piemonte (Piedmont) occupies most of northwestern Italy, bordering Switzerland in the north and France in the west and almost reaching the Mediterranean coast. Its capital and largest city is Turin (Torino). In the wine world…
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Appellation
Barbera d’Alba DOC
Barbera d'Alba is a red wine produced in the Piedmont region of Italy. The Barbera grape is the most widely planted grape in the region and is known for its high acidity and low tannins. The wine is typically aged in oak barrels…
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