Ceretto Piana Barbera D'alba 2022

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Ceretto
Label Name:
 
Piana Barbera D'alba
Vintage:
 
2022
Country:
 
Italy
Region:
 
Piedmont (Barbera d'Alba / Alba)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
100% Barbera
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 91/100; Vinous 90/100 . Past Ceretto Piana vintages noted by Bibenda and Veronelli; organic certification (various markets)

Tasting Note
Bright cherry and plum with violet and light spice; lively, high acidity, soft-to-medium tannins, medium-full body and a clean, persistent finish with subtle licorice and mineral hints.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled/roast red meats, beef ragu, aged cheeses, mushroom risotto. Asian: Peking duck, Korean BBQ (bulgogi), char siu, mildly spicy Szechuan beef or mapo tofu.

Production Method
Organic grapes; fermented in stainless-steel with skin maceration, brief aging 6–12 months in large oak casks and stainless tanks to preserve fruit.

Vineyard Info
Produced by Ceretto Aziende Vitivinicole of Alba (Langhe); family estate known for high-quality Piedmont wines and organic/biodynamic practices since mid-20th century.