La Martinella Barbera d’Alba 2023

Region: Piedmont, Italy
Grape: Barbera
Vintage: 2023
Alcohol:14.5%

Tasting Notes:

• Appearance: Bright ruby with youthful purple rim.

• Nose: Immediate lift of red cherry and cranberry, layered with wild raspberry, a touch of violet, and subtle baking spice. Hints of warm earth and fresh herbs add complexity.

• Palate: Juicy, high-toned red fruit drives the palate — cherry, sour cherry, and red currant — balanced by lively acidity and smooth, fine-grained tannins. Midpalate shows savory notes of leather and toasted almond that linger into a fresh, fruit-forward finish.

• Body & Structure: Medium-bodied with refreshing acidity and approachable structure; poised for near-term drinking but built to pair well with food.

Food Pairing:

• Classic matches: tomato-based pasta, pizza, and ragù.

• Charcuterie & cheese: salami, prosciutto, mortadella; aged Asiago, Pecorino, or a semi-firm Gouda.

• Other: roasted chicken, mushroom risotto, grilled vegetables, and light game dishes.

Serving:

• Serve slightly below room temperature, about 60–64°F (15–18°C).

• Decanting for 20–30 minutes can open up aromatics, though it’s drinkable straight from the bottle.