What kind of wine is Barbera d’Alba Vigna Vecchia 'Scarrone' 2022 - Vietti?

The Barbera d’Alba Vigna Vecchia 'Scarrone' 2022 - Vietti is one of the emblematic wines of Piedmontese excellence. Produced from ancient vines over 90 years old located in the Scarrone cru, in the municipality of Castiglione Falletto, it fully represents the strength and elegance of Barbera. This wine originates in the heart of the Langhe, a territory that yields grapes with intense character and extraordinary aromatic concentration. The result is a full-bodied and profound red, capable of impeccably combining richness and finesse.

Vintage Details

The 2022 vintage was characterized by a balanced climate, with a warm summer tempered by temperature fluctuations between day and night, crucial for optimal grape ripening. The old Scarrone vines, with roots deeply anchored in the calcareous-clay soil, yielded small and concentrated clusters, ensuring a wine with a complex aromatic profile and a balanced structure.

Winemaking and Aging

The winemaking process for Barbera d’Alba Vigna Vecchia 'Scarrone' 2022 - Vietti follows a meticulous process that respects the raw material. After a cold pre-fermentative maceration (a brief period during which the skins remain in contact with the must at low temperatures to extract aromas), alcoholic fermentation begins in steel tanks for about two weeks. This is followed by a total aging of about 18 months, distributed between steel, large barrels, and barriques, which allows the fruit to integrate with the spicy notes and achieve a perfect balance between freshness and softness.

Tasting Notes

Color

In the glass, it presents a deep and luminous ruby color, tending towards garnet with evolution. The brilliance of the color reveals the density and concentration of the wine.

Nose

The nose reveals intense aromas of ripe cherry, plum, and blackberry, followed by delicate notes of sweet spices, licorice, and a hint of vanilla. The olfactory complexity is enriched with balsamic nuances and light toasted notes, enhanced by the long aging in wood.

Palate

On the palate, it is ample, round, and velvety. The lively acidity, typical of Barbera, lends freshness and agility, while the fine and silky tannins support a substantial structure and a long, persistent finish. A sip that envelops and convinces, leaving a long-lasting fruity and spicy memory.

Food Pairings for Barbera d’Alba Vigna Vecchia 'Scarrone' 2022 - Vietti

This wine is extremely versatile in food pairings. Its structure and balanced acidity make it perfect to accompany:

• traditional Piedmontese dishes such as braised meats and stews
• tajarin with ragù or agnolotti del plin
• aged cheeses and artisanal cured meats
• modern dishes based on red meats or game

It is also ideal as a meditation wine for those who wish to fully enjoy its evolution in the glass.

Storage and Aging

For those wondering how to store Barbera d’Alba Vigna Vecchia 'Scarrone' 2022 - Vietti wine, the answer lies in a few simple rules that preserve its quality over time. This wine can be stored for many years: the old vines and careful winemaking give it excellent aging potential, capable of exceeding 10-12 years of bottle aging. For proper storage:

• keep bottles horizontally to keep the cork moist
• maintain a constant temperature between 13 and 15°C
• avoid sudden temperature changes and direct exposure to light

Served at a temperature of approximately 16-18°C, it best reveals its personality, aromatic complexity, and gustatory richness that distinguish all the great interpretations of Barbera by Vietti.