2022 Guido Porro Barbera d’Alba “Vigna Santa Caterina”
The 40-year old vines for this Barbera sit in a privileged Barolo site, so there is no shortage of pedigree here. It’s a head-turning everyday pizza wine that makes you feel like you got a good deal. We love those wines. It’s also something you want to have on hand for a dinner party – and if you aren’t having pizza, enjoy it with chicken parmigiana.
Organic farming practices, hand-harvest, family-owned, native yeast fermentation, unfiltered and total production is only 3,750 cases annually (across 7 different wines).
- Tasting Notes bright blackberry, red cherry, currant, rose water, leather, mineral, clove, vanilla, velvety mouthfeel
- Variety Barbera
- Region Italy, Piedmont
- Volume 750ml
- Alcohol Volume 14.5%
- Table Talk If you like Barbera you my want to try Mourvedre next. DNA evidence suggests that Barbera is closely related to the Mourvedre grape of France and Spain. Look for a Spanish Monastrell or a French red from Bandol.
Guido Porro is a family-owned winery located in the heart of Piedmont, Italy, renowned for its dedication to traditional winemaking and the cultivation of native grape varieties. With vineyards nestled in the prestigious region of Serralunga d’Alba, the Porro family has been producing high-quality wines for generations. Their commitment to craftsmanship and respect for terroir shines through in every bottle. Reviews and notes on Guido Porro regularly refer to him as “under the radar”: the wines he makes are worthy of a stellar reputation, but he is too easygoing and unassuming to worry about whether the general wine-drinking public recognizes his name.
Sustainable Practices: Guido Porro embraces sustainable viticulture, aiming to preserve the environment and ensure the longevity of their vineyards. They employ organic farming methods, avoiding synthetic pesticides and herbicides, and focus on maintaining biodiversity in the vineyard. Their sustainable practices include minimal intervention in the winemaking process, allowing the natural characteristics of the grapes to take center stage.
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Taste of Italy Food & Wine Gift Box
We’ve created the ultimate Italian dinner party starter kit for those who appreciate quality ingredients and a home cooked meal.
This gift box includes…
– Your choice of 1 or 2 bottles of our favorite Italian wines
– Organic Tuscan Olive Oil
– Ciao Pappy Marinara Sauce
– Artisanal Organic Semolina PastaA Great Gift For: birthdays, housewarmings/hostess, and thank you’s of all kind