Barbera del Monferrato
D.O.C. "Rapet"
1998
Description:
This wine is characterized by the
elegant structure, the softness and the sweet tannins. It spends 14 months
in French barriques before being aged for some month in bottle.
Wine's
Name:
Barbera del Monferrato D.O.C. "RAPET"
Grapevine:
Barbera
Typology:
Still wine, 14% vol.
Area of production: Monferrato
around Casale
Wine-making process:
Treading-destemming, maceration on skins lasting about 12 days
Refinement:
12-14 months in oak "barriques", completing maturation in bottles
Colour:
Deep red with violet reflections
Bouquet:
Intensely vinous, with a fragrance of ripe fruit
How to drink it:
Uncork at least half an hour before serving at a temperature of 18-20°C
Pairing:
suitable for tasty dishes, rich first courses, red meat, mature and fermented
cheese
How to keep it:
Repaired from light, in a cool and dry place
Notes:
Suitable for ageing
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