Italy

Barbera d'Asti

Medium

Cork

Although best known for its Barolos, Vietti (now part of the US Krause Group) also releases a number of different Barberas. La Crena is from a 6ha site near the commune of Agliano Terme in the Nizza area. The vineyard, purchased in 1995, was planted in 1932. The grapes are fermented in stainless steel and the wine then spends 18 months in a combination of steel, large casks and barriques before bottling. Stephen Brook: Opulent nose, with dark fruits tempered with some stylish oak. Suave and juicy, fine texture, balanced by firm acidity, which gives some spice and flair to the finish. Vincenzo Arnese: Candied aromas of Morello cherry and wild strawberry, very expressive. Bold palate with robust tannins; time will smooth it, yet quite rich and pleasant. Sara Bachiorri: Cherry and juniper berry nose. Nice concentration, with intense Maraschino flavours and a touch of liquorice stick.

Barbera

Vietti, La Crena, Barbera d'Asti, Piedmont, Italy, 2021

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Although best known for its Barolos, Vietti (now part of the US Krause Group) also releases a number of different Barberas. La C

Vietti, La Crena, Barbera d'Asti, Piedmont, Italy, 2021

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