Varieties: 85–90% Barbera, 10–15% Nebbiolo

Vintage: 2020

Alcohol: 14%

Volume: 750 ml

Winemaker’s impressions

A "Wine of Passion"

Winemaker Giuseppino Anfossi describes the wine as a "wine of passion" that blends traditional Barbera with Nebbiolo to create a unique expression of the Piedmont region.

Intensity and Body

The wine is noted for its intense, dark red color with purple reflections. On the palate, it reveals a significant strength and is described as "full-bodied with great tannic structure".

Aromatics

The bouquet is characterized by prominent notes of red fruits (cherry, raspberry), along with hints of cocoa and dried flowers. It has marked, but well-balanced, hints of oak.

Palate and Finish

The taste is described as having splendid creaminess and a mellow, extremely long aftertaste with a soft finish and hints of vanilla.

Cellaring Potential

Anfossi highlights the wine's excellent cellaring potential, making it suitable for long bottle aging and a "wine for meditation".

A Harmonious Blend

Reviewers, citing the winemaker, note that the inclusion of Nebbiolo (which can be as much as 25% in some vintages) works well to create a "striking blend" with a lovely harmony of ripe fruit and acidity, even in older vintages.