Azelia

Barbera d'Alba 'Punta'

Barbera d'Alba 'Punta'

Barbera dAlba Punta Azelia
  • 100% Barbera from 0.9 ha of 60-year-old vines in Castiglione Falletto
  • Calcareous clay soils at 250 meters above sea level
  • The vineyard is located exactly at the top of a hill – a very unusual position for Barbera – which allows for optimal ripening of the grapes
  • Aged 18 months in second passage barriques
  • Approximately 500 cases are produced annually

Info

Producer:
Vintage:
2020
Country:
Italy
Region:
Piedmont
Appellation:
Barbera d'Alba
Variety:
Barbera
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic

Sizes Available

Full Bottle IT-AZE-02-20 12/750ml

Press & Reviews

Wine Spectator
Score
92
Date
2023-09-14
"A well-delineated red centered by pure cherry elements, with supporting flavors of blackberry, violet, mineral and spices. Fluid and really kicks in on the long, fruit- and spice-filled finish. Drink now through 2028. 6,700 cases made, 2,010 cases imported.‡Bruce Sanderson"

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