Ruby red in color, this Barbera d' Asti shows ample red fruit on the nose. It has silky tannins that give it a smooth mouthfeel. The winery feels that this "easy-to-drink" wine has a freshness and approachability that makes it a great wine for even the casual wine consumer.

This notable winery came to be by three brothers in 1977, who established Bel Colle in Verduno, on the northwest edge of the Barolo DOCG. It was purchased in 2015 by Luca Bosio, an innovative young winemaker in Piedmont representing the third generation of his winemaking family. Luca seized the opportunity to work with such a prestigious property, which is known for producing single vineyard Barolo and Barbersco wines noted for their delicate, elegant, spicy and floral character.

Examples of outstanding single vineyard wines include the Barolo Monvigliero DOCG, which is grown in one of the best areas of Verduno with an average vine age of 50-years-old, producing a harmonious and complex wine. The Barbaresco Pajorè comes from a highly recognized 2.5 acre, south-facing single vineyard in the village of Barbaresco, creating a delicate, elegant wine.

It is widely known that Italy is home to the most indigenous varieties of grapes in the world. Bel Colle Winery honors that heritage and includes a separate, small vineyard planted to Pelaverga, a variety that is nearly extinct. The winery does indeed make a highly coveted wine from it, but in miniscule quantities.

Acidity: 5.5 g/l
Sugar: 5.0 g/L
PH: 3.9
Alcohol content: 16

Vintage: 2020

Style: Red Wine

Varietal: Barbera

Appellation: Piedmont

Winemaker: Bel Colle