Barbera d'Alba Vigna Martina 2022

Elio Grasso

Barbera d'Alba Vigna Martina
2022

$63.00

* Retail price including taxes and service fees if applicable
Service fees
$ 10.25
Product code
15439438
Format
6 x 750ml
Listing type
Private import
Status
Unavailable
Type of product
Still wine
Licensee price
$53.00
Country
Italy
Regulated designation
Denominazione di origine controllata (DOC)
Region
Piedmont
Appellation
Barbera d'Alba
Varietal(s)
Barbera 100 %
Colour
Red
Sugar
Dry
Closure type
Cork

About this winery

The Elio Grasso estate, located in the municipality of Monforte d'Alba, boasts 42 hectares of land, 24 of which are forests and meadows surrounding the 18 hectares of vineyards, within the World Heritage Site. Elio Grasso and his son Gianluca produce wine from prime Piedmontese sites, producing highly acclaimed wines such as Barolo Chinera, Barolo Casa Màte, and Barolo Runcot Riserva. The call of the land ultimately proved strong, and returning to Monforte d'Alba was likely only a matter of...

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Product notes

Slightly sandy clay-limestone soil, south-facing, 380 meters above sea level on 35-year-old vines from a small 3.5-hectare plot called Vigna Martina, located in the Monforte di'Alba region. First vintage: 1988

Production notes

The vinification of Barbera d'Alba Vigna Martina® involves alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, with daily pumping over. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged in French barrels.

Tasting notes

Intense ruby ​​red color with purple highlights. On the nose, it expresses intense aromas of black cherry and wild berries blended with delicate notes of black pepper and dark spices. The palate is pleasant and full, supported by well-integrated tannins and an intriguing freshness that lingers on the finish. Pairs well with charcuterie and meats in sauce.

Press reviews

Wine Advocate

- 92 points -

Monica Larner, January 2025 (Vintage 2022)

The barrique-aged Elio Grasso 2022 Barbera d'Alba Vigna Martina has a sweet side with aromas of baked fruit, raisin and blackberry coulis. These give the wine a heavier footprint in a vintage that is recognized for its richness and fruit-forward nature. The finish is bold and softly textured. This is a 21,000-bottle release.

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