Barbera d'Asti Superiore Alfiera shows an intense ruby red color and
nuances of ruby red, little transparency. The nose reveals intense, clean,
pleasing, refined and elegant aromas which start with hints of cherry, plum
and violet followed by aromas of blackberry, blueberry, raspberry, vanilla,
pink pepper, tobacco, cinnamon, chocolate and menthol. The mouth has
excellent correspondence to the nose, a tannic attack and pleasing
crispness, however balanced by alcohol, full body, intense flavors,
pleasing roundness. The finish is very persistent with long flavors of
cherry, plum and blueberry. A well made wine. Barbera d'Asti Superiore
Alfiera ages for 12 months in barrique followed by about 8 months of aging
in bottle. |