Barbera d’Alba DOC is perhaps the most important expressions of the Barbera grape. it produces dark, fleshy wines with lots of black fruit and acidity.
“A ripe and fruity nose, dominated somewhat by barrique. Integration on the palate is good however and the finish delivers a rounded, soft feeling of berry fruit, chocolate, coffee with moderate acidity.”
Founded in the 1960s by Giuseppe Rivetti and his wife Lidia, La Spinetta has transcended its reputation for high quality wines from Moscato Bianco and is today known for its single vineyard wines in Barbaresco.
GD Vajra is one of the names to follow in Piedmont at the moment. Dolcetto in particular is a variety the winery excels at, but the company is perhaps best known for their range of Barolo wines from cru sites such as Bricco delle Viole and Coste di Rose.
The Demarie family have been producing wines at Vezza d’Alba, in the heart of the Roero region, for three generations. Today the company is known for good quality artisan wines from the local varieties of Piedmont, and in particular, for their trust in the local Arneis grape.
Roberto Voerzio is one of the great names of Barolo. Meticulous attention to detail ensures this small twenty-two hectare estate consistently crafts outstanding wines.
