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Villa Sparina Barbera del Monferrato 2017
Piedmont, ItalyVilla Sparina is located in Monterotondo, the centre of the Gavi DOC. It was founded by Mario Moccagatta and is currently under his control, along with his two sons Stefano and Massimo. The barbera is grown on clay/limestone soils and was fermented in stainless steel. It is partially aged in oak. The style is fragrant, and the fruit is bright, mixing fresh raspberry and blueberry with a citrus drizzle. There is also a dusty stoniness that seems to heighten its dry balsamico finish. Not for the timid but perfect for grilled sausages or a mushroom sauce that can absorb some of the acids and smooth out the tannins in this youthful red.Tasted: 01 November 2020Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| BC | $23.99 | 750ml | select private retailers |
Grape: BarberaCSPC: 175888
